Mattresses for Allergy Sufferers

Anyone that is allergic to dust mites, or caring for someone that is, knows that at times it can feel like there is no way to avoid them. They are everywhere! Dust mites live in mattresses, bedding, pillows, carpet, curtains, clothes, you name it.

For many allergy sufferers and those with respiratory problems, this poses not only an annoyance but significant danger to health. Mites can live of almost anything organic, which means cotton, wool, bamboo, food particles, and (their favorite) shed skin cells. The basics of allergy control consist of removing cloth drapes o blinds, wall tapestries, replacing carpet with wood or linoleum, and using synthetic sheets.

There are also mattress encasements that try to prevent the dust mites from migrating through you mattress up to you. Most people however, don't give the actual mattress much thought.Inside a traditional mattress, you have fluffy layers of cottony fabric and a wide open space in the middle that fosters a warm, moist environment perfect for mites.

Fortunately, there are alternatives. Latex mattress and memory foam are very effective because they are not a hospitable home for mites. The cell structure doesn't promote nesting and is not a source of food for the mites. Air mattresses also provide a system not supportive of mites, just opt for a limited pillowtop, or a memory foam/latex topped model.

Latex mattresses are perhaps the best for sensitive people and those with allergies as it is all natural. It doesn't contain harsh chemicals or give off an offensive smell like memory foam