When you lay your head on your pillow at night, all you want to think about is comfort – not millions of dust mites. And if you have a dust mite allergy, having all those microscopic insects near your head can make you uncomfortable by triggering allergy and asthma symptoms.

Are down pillows bad for asthma?

Some people, however, are allergic to these pillows. A recent study from The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology cites feather and down pillows contain lower levels of allergy-causing substances than synthetic pillows do. Be sure to wash you bedding with hot water in at least 140 degrees.

Are hypoallergenic pillows worth it?

A: Yes. Hypoallergenic pillow and mattress covers serve as a physical barrier if you’re allergic to dust mites. Evidence shows the covers provide a measurable, significant decrease in dust mite allergen on pillows and mattresses.