Air Pollution Health Risks A Must Read ~ Healthy John's Blog

Good day guys! Hope you are good today? I believe you are reading this post because you want to know the air essentials for you home & health. Okay! …I've once asked this question;
Can the air we breathe in within the confines of our home be polluted or therefore be harmful to our health?
YES! ….If you don’t know.

Air Pollution Health Effects

Indoor air pollution stems from combustion pollutants such as gas, oil, coal, wood, tobacco products, building materials, and furnishings, insulations that can contain asbestos, cleaning or personal use products, damp carpet and lead-based paint. The air fresheners we use release such toxins, also.
Other pollutants include viruses and bacteria that are spread by people and animals. Cats and dogs or other pets spread bacteria through their saliva and dander (fur, feathers, etc).

Also, the dried urine from mice, rats or cockroaches produce an allergen that permeates the air and causes respiratory and other problems in our body systems. Dust mites, who produce allergen, live in warm moist places such as mattresses, bed sheets, cloth furniture, curtains and carpets. And, as you know mold and mildew breed in damp areas like bathrooms, kitchens, and water damaged materials.

So just note that diseases and other health issues are brought on by these indoor air pollutants. When you have colds, or you are coughing, sneezing or itchy and or have watery eyes, respiratory problems such as asthma, nasal congestion and sinus infections, chicken pox, measles, and digestive problems can all be the result of pollutants. So beware!!

All said and done below are ways you can prevent or get rid of these awful indoor air pollutants in our homes.

Don’t allow any smoking in your home. Smokers should go outside to smoke and away from children.
By doing this once in a week. Dust furniture with a slightly damp cloth (no sprays).
Fix any leaky faucets or pipes that will cause the growth of mold and mildew.
Improve ventilation in your home by opening windows to allow free in and out flow of fresh air.

Do you have any more tips or ways you use to prevent air pollution in your home? Kindly share it in the comment box below so that others can also learn from it as nobody is perfect. Please remember to subscribe for our latest tips to be delivered into your email. When you subscribe, kindly check your inbox immediately to verify subscription.