It’s important to understand the relationship between exposure to mold and health. Mold is a category of plant life that includes mushrooms and other wonderful organisms that are used to make many types of food, including bread, cheeses, sausages, and some types of medicine, including penicillin. Molds and fungi are
The most common airborne pollutants associated with building material include asbestos, lead, and VOCs. Many people don’t realize that asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fiber that exists in rock and soil. Because of its strength and its high resistance to heat, it has been used in a variety of
Black soot and other evidence of pollutants from combustible materials can provide a valuable warning. Reducing these materials is essential for our best health. In order to minimize air pollutants from other combustible material in your home, there are a few things you can do. First, make sure that your
I first discovered the hidden danger of candles after bringing home a new pet bird, a cockatoo. One of the instructions given to us, as new bird owners, was not to burn candles in the same room as the bird. I didn’t understand why burning a candle could be so
Indoor air pollution can come from many different sources. It’s important to understand how to control these risks. The most common sources for air pollution in the home include the burning of combustible materials, which creates particulates, and gaseous emanations from building materials and products brought into the home for
The quality of our indoor air is of paramount importance to our health. We need to breathe air that has an adequate percentage of oxygen. In the atmosphere, air is composed of approximately 21% oxygen and 78% nitrogen. Carbon dioxide, water vapor, and other miscellaneous gases make up the remainder.
Before we consider how indoor air toxins interact with our body, we want to be sure we understand the basics of how we breathe. Clean air is colorless, transparent, and intangible, yet it can contain all kinds of pollutants that make you sick. Some contaminants you can see with your
Stay up to date on the latest research on the dangers of electropollution, and useful tips for how to protect your family.