Did you know that air pollution is the world's largest single environmental health risk? 92% of the world's population breathes polluted air, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) and more than 5.5 million people worldwide...
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...
After having eaten close to 100% organic since 2001, I have come to realize one thing - food is only one part of the equation. While I maintain that it is still a very important piece of the puzzle, it is certainly not the only one...
The hard part is over - you did your research and found an air purifier that fits your lifestyle and indoor air quality needs. Now you're asking, "Where do I place my air purifier for maximum efficiency?"
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...
You love your pet, but pet odors? Not so much. If a home's smell announces the pets before they enter the room, it's time for some pet odor mitigation. While some methods simply cover up pet odors, the best course of action is to remove...
Did you know the World Health Organization studied air quality around the world and declared 99% of the world is breathing dangerous amounts of pollutants? This figure is especially dangerous when you consider that symptoms of air...
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...
Do you have a healthy home? Here's some quick tips on how to improve the overall health of your home:
Employees have been returning to office spaces slowly now that the effects of COVID-19 have lessoned. With that return to office both employees and employers are more keenly aware than ever of indoor air quality. Improved indoor air...
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) is a condition affecting 2-10% of the US population, with heightened sensitivity in the elderly, children, and those with pre-existing conditions. Symptoms include headaches, fatigue, dizziness...
Research has shown that air pollution has a negative effect on sleep quality. Millions of Americans suffer from breathing disorders that can affect their ability to get a good night's sleep.Â
Many of us spend most of our time indoors. We work indoors, we live indoors and we sleep indoors. Therefore common indoor pollutants including excessive moisture, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), combustion products, radon, pesticides...
It has long been known that breathing polluted air has adverse effects on the body and overall health. Recent studies are focusing on ultrafine particles, particulate matter of nano-scale size (less than 0.1 μm or in diameter). Ultrafine...
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