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...
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...
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...
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...
When it comes to a healthy workplace, surveys show that employees want the basics. A Harvard Business Review article, Survey: What Employees Want Most from Their Workspaces, suggests "wellness programs offered by 80% if the larger...
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...
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...
According to a World Health Organization (WHO) report, 8 million people die every year globally because of air pollution. Among these, 4.3 million die because of air pollution from household sources. ยน
Despite the beauty and fun of the season, there are several reasons why air quality can be affected during the summer months.
Large portions of the western United States, including parts of California, Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, Oregon and Washington, are under air quality alerts due to raging wildfires. Fires such as the Park Fire spanning Butte and...
It's easy to forget about the unsung hero quietly working to clean the air your breathe โ your air purifier filter. It's easy to overlook, isn't it? Your air purifier hums along quietly while diligently cleaning your home's air. Because...
As a new parent, your world revolves around your baby's health and well-being. You meticulously clean and sanitize every surface, but have you considered the air your baby breathes? Indoor air can be surprisingly polluted, carrying...
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