In this March 26, 2020, photo, a person takes in the afternoon sun among the cherry blossoms along Kelly Drive in Philadelphia.

Whether you like it or not, warmer weather has returned and brought its favorite sidekick along with it: seasonal allergies. Here’s everything you need to know in order to kick itchy eyes and runny noses to the curb.

Why it matters: Pollen levels are only increasing, leaving more and more people to deal with seasonal allergies.

What they’re saying: Leonard Bielory, an allergy specialist at the Rutgers University Center of Environmental Prediction, spoke on the rising amount of allergies, saying, “We’re seeing increases in both the number of people with allergies and what they’re allergic to,” according to a study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives.

What to do: There are many over-the-counter options to help minimize allergy symptoms.

If you’re looking for natural remedies, here are some nonmedical ways to help lower the strength of your symptoms:

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