Idhaya Ragam - Page 47

Oh Madhu, I forgot to tell that it is best to exercise indoors if you have pollen allergy. But since you have to run a marathon, then I suggest you take these precautions:

* Try not to exercise outside when the pollen is at it's highest - the early to mid-morning hours. Exercise in the evening hours or after a rain, which washes pollen out of the air.

* Inhale through your nose when you exercise. When you inhale through your nose, you warm the air (especially important for asthmatics). Cold air constricts smaller air passages, and this can mean less air, less oxygen delivered to our cells. Your nose is also lined with hair that can help to filter some of the smaller microscopic particles.

* Take your allergy medication everyday, or as needed allergy medication (such as an oral anti-histamine pill) a few hours before you go outside.

* Wear wrap-around sunglasses to decrease the amount of pollen that gets into the eyes.

* Consider wearing a mask or bandana to decrease the amount of pollen that gets into your nose and lungs.

* Carry a clean towel with you to wipe any sweat (and pollen) away from your face during exercise.

* When finished exercising, shower immediately and put your exercise clothes in the wash (they're likely to be covered with pollen).

* Eat some good fat! Cold water fish like salmon contains important omega-3 fatty acids that help inhibit the inflammatory response which is known to cause runny noses and teary eyes in response to harmless allergens.

* Eat your fruits and veggies. Many studies suggest that antioxidants like Vitamin C and bioflavonoids help suppress the inflammatory response. Raw pineapple contains the anti-inflammatory enzyme Bromelain.

All the best for your half marathon, Madhu!! 😊

Originally posted by: madumithas

Sakthi, Usha, Pat, Wingy, Suda, Spain

Thanks for your wishes. Vindhiya and Prasanna....no i really did not think of a story for them....but maybe it could be a good start! I am thinking more of a post marriage romance now...u know sort of the selva/nithila type. What do u think?

Madhu

Brilliant idea buddy!!!!!! A new change of story.

A very nice chapter Madhu. Ohhhhh 😭 it is sooooooo sad that this story going to end in next chapter & hope to receive your next story soon.
Take care of your health.

the story is going to end? 😭 I've become so addicted to reading your stories.I usually check the forum when I get time to see if there are new chapters posted..really going to miss this story, but as everyone else said, hoping to read your next story soon 😊
I loved all your chapters, so well written and each one was equally interesting. Keep up the good work. Not everyone can put their imaginations into words so nicely; I think you have that talent (quite apparent in your writing). 👏 👏 Looking forward for your next story. 😳
Get well soon!
take care,
Swetha

Madu,
Will you post the final chapter today? Can't wait for the Grand Finale!!!

I am sorry....i will to try to do it tomorrow hopefully by evening.

Madhu

Great! thank you Madhu. Take your time...