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Most people with chronic lung conditions like COPD spend a significant amount of time indoors. Though the air is usually safer indoors and contains fewer pollutants and allergens like dust particles and pollen, certain chemicals can be present indoors and affect the quality of your air. It may not be very noticeable, yet sometimes; an increasing frequency of flare-ups can be attributed to a low indoor air quality.
Fortunately, there are things that you can do to make the air in your home cleaner and more pure. Here are some ways to do this.
Light some beeswax candles. Pure beeswax candles can purify the air around your home. When lit, these candles give off negative ions, thus counteracting positive ions like those of dust, allergens and other toxic contaminants in the air. Additionally, beeswax candles do not give off smoke and burn more slowly than the usual paraffin candles, making them an excellent choice for your home. Take note that if you are on oxygen therapy, you shouldn’t light candles in the same room when you are on oxygen.
Use a Himalayan salt lamp. These salt lamps are actually a huge crystal block of pinkish-colored rock salt. The lamp is made by hollowing out the inside of the rock salt crystal and placing a bulb. The bulb then emits heat, which releases negative ions from the salt into the air to neutralize toxins and contaminants. Himalayan salt lamps also give off a faint pinkish glow that helps promote a calming atmosphere. This being said, such lamps don’t just cleanse the air of allergens and toxins, but also contribute to any room’s decor.
Use an indoor air filter. High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters effectively work to remove particles like contaminants, pollutants and dust from the air in your home. You can install one in your central air system, or you can also use them on portable air purifiers. HEPA filters should be regularly changed depending on the frequency of use and the amount of particulate matter that collects onto it.
Eliminate sources of toxins and air contaminants. One simple way to improve air quality inside your home is to remove any materials that may emit chemicals that can irritate the airways. Stick to household products that are natural and organic. Keep away items that are made of synthetic fibers. Prevent the build-up of excessive moisture in rooms, and thoroughly air out corners, walls or furniture where molds can easily grow. Preventive measures such as these are important and contribute significantly to an improved indoor air quality.
Use activated charcoal. Also known as bamboo charcoal, activated charcoal is an excellent compound that works to absorb odors and toxins from the air. It is usually packaged in a linen bag for home use, where it can be placed in strategical locations around the home to pull out allergens, odors, pollutants and even moisture from the air. It can also be reused again and again or a couple of years, provided that it is left out in the sun once a month. Activated charcoal is a great choice for purifying indoor air and removing nasty odors.
Grow air-purifying plants. Plants give off oxygen and freshen the air, yet there are many kinds that go the extra mile and naturally filter out toxins from the atmosphere. Among chemicals that such plants can take in are xylene, benzene, formaldehyde, ammonia and toluene, all of which are harmful air pollutants, especially to those with lung conditions. Many of these air-purifying plants also grow well indoors and require little maintenance. A plant called the “Peace lily” is among the best types of indoor air-purifying plants. Other plants that can be used for this purpose are cornstalk dracaena, golden pothos, English ivy, and various species of Chinese evergreens.
Having clean air in your home isn’t so difficult to work out. Using a variety of the methods above can significantly improve the air quality in your home, resulting to an increase in health and well-being for your entire family.
Have you tried any of the above tips to purify indoor air? Do share your experience and advice in the comments below!
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