If you think your heavenly abode is dust mite free, then you might be living in an illusion.

Chances are, your neat and well insulated home is a haven for millions of dust mites. Dust mites are microscopic bugs that feed on the dead skin cells shed by humans and pets on a daily basis. With shedding of approximately 10,000 million bacteria-laden dead skin on mattresses and pillows, your bedding proves the perfect breeding ground for these nasty creatures.

These mites live cozily in your pillows, sheets, beds, blankets and mattresses. They even have their residence in your upholstered furniture, rugs, carpets, quilts and clothing. Even your child’s favorite stuffed toy is another preferred habitats.Unless you do some things to reduce them, they will find enough sustenance to multiply themselves.

Again, you would not want to get exposed to allergies caused by house dust-mites. According to recent studies, dust mites are the major cause of Asthma and other allergies. Researches on dust mites also reveal that the most common allergen in the world is the house dust mite and its droppings.

So next time if you think you are safely sleeping on clean sheets and mattress…think again. When you sleep in your bed or sit on an upholstered sofa, you are exposing yourself to world’s top allergens Dust Mites! The bad news is you will never be able to completely get rid of them. Don’t even think you can. However there are quite a few things you can do to reduce your exposure.

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