Air Quality in Your Home

The air quality in your home can play a major role in your overall health. Here are some suggestions to make your home healthier:

• Get rid of fumes and particles trapped inside your home by regularly opening the windows.


• Remove your shoes to avoid tracking pesticides and lawn chemicals inside.


• Use glass or other microwave-safe containers when microwaving food. Don't use plastic containers or plastic covering that could leak the plastic into the food.


• Use non-toxic cleaners like baking soda and white vinegar instead of toxic chemicals to clean your home.


• Take your clothes out of the bags after dry cleaning and let them air out for at least a day before wearing.


• Place a dehumidifier in the garage to cut down on potentially toxic mold.


• Store old paint and varnish as far from your living area as possible in a well ventilated area.


• Put plants like spider plants, golden pothos and philodendrons in your home. They are execellent at converting carbon dioxide to oxygen.