According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 92% of the world's population breathes polluted air (1). This includes things like microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses and fungi, volatile organic compounds that come from paints...
Honestly, "allergy season" depends on what you are allergic to and the region of the country that you live in. Various types of pollen spread throughout different times of the year. Depending on what type of allergen you have a reaction...
There are so many different air purifier styles and brands, and each one has its own technology, design, and capabilities. With all of these styles and abilities, there is a lot of information out there about what air purifiers are...
One thing that continues to surface in mainstream news, on social media, and by experts is the value of improving air quality by adding an air purifier at home.
In our post-pandemic world, many of us find ourselves still searching for answers to indoor air quality concerns. Why? The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says that the average American spend 87% of their life inside a building...
As spring approaches, so does the dreaded allergy season for many. The blooming flowers and budding trees may bring beauty to the outdoors, but for allergy sufferers, they also usher in sneezing fits, itchy eyes, and congestion.
Are you looking for natural, nontoxic solutions to indoor air pollution concerns? You've come to the right place. Indoor air pollution has been linked to various adverse health effects, such as headaches, dizziness, and fatigue. In...
Air pollution is the world's largest single environmental health risk. And, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), 92% of the world's population breathes polluted air. Considering my house is situated between two SEPTA...
Having a house full of allergy sufferers this time of year is generally not a pleasant experience. Historically Fall and Spring are the worst for my family. Both my husband and son suffer from seasonal allergies as well as asthma...
With such a jolt from the cold weather right into the 70's, this means that environmental allergies are also jumping right into action as well. Nothing says hello spring more than hello pollen, hello allergies and hello asthma. How...
Let me go back in time for a minute. At the end of many long days, after staying up with my son who has a hacking cough that almost causes him to vomit and a stuffy, runny nose- a mom needs help. I have seen my son be so tired from...
Here in Michigan, we experience harsh extremes in weather throughout our seasons. Our winters are typically gloomy and cold with lots of snow. Our summers are humid and hot with periods of thunderstorms and rain. Needless to say, we...
This year I am focusing on health and how to improve mine so I don't just look good, I feel good. That means I am checking into everything and making improvements one step at a time.
Learning how to make your home a health sanctuary can include stocking the kitchen, to great air quality. This article brings in some facts about creating a home more conducive to health and is also a way for me to answer so many personal...
In the United States roughly 66% of homes have a pet of some kind, with dogs being the most popular followed by cats. That means there are over 86 million homes with a furry friend of some kind. That's a lot of pet hair flying around...
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