They say that cleanliness is next to godliness, but is having the cleanest home on the block really the best way to keep your family healthy? Studies are increasingly indicating that an overly clean home could actually be placing your children at a higher risk of developing illnesses later in life. In being too clean and destroying all bacteria in …
Why You Need To Change Your Air Filter On Time, Every Time
With the various benefits to your health that having cleaner air in your home can bring, it’s a mystery why the majority of people are happy to neglect cheap and easy clean air practices. We’re not talking about getting a trained professional out every month to give your home the full work over, no, we mean the actions you can …
How To Choose The Best Home Air Filter
We’ve recently touched on why it’s so important to regularly replace your home air filter in your ventilation system. However, knowing when and how to change your filter is only part of the battle. To get the most out of your system you need to choose the right air filter for your needs. Choosing the right air filter can be a …
Why Certain Allergies Are Worse At Different Times Of The Year
Have you ever had a cold that you just can’t seem to get rid of? The runny nose, watery eyes and frequent headaches can be a real pain and when experience in the colder months of the year these symptoms are all too often attributed to a simple case of the common cold. But what if it wasn’t a cold? …
A Short Guide To Hay Fever In North America
Hay fever affects just short of 10% of the population in North America. You may think that a hay fever suffer is safe outside the high pollen counts of the summer months, however hay fever isn’t known for giving up and can cause problems in both autumn and spring as well. With hay fever affecting nearly one in ten of …
Does Home Air Purification Work?
In our quest to help inform and educate in the best ways for you to have the cleanest possible air quality at home, we thought it prudent to turn our attention this week to home air purification and whether it really is worth your attention. If you’re looking for the short answer so you can run out and purchase a …
5 Ways To Cut Down On Allergens In Your Home
The season is turning and we’re fast approaching the time of year when spending the evening at home in the warmth is a more preferable option. For you to really be able to sit back, relax and enjoy your time at home, you’ll want it to be free and clear of any potential allergens that could cause reactions and respiratory …
5 Childhood Illnesses Potentially Caused By Your Home
It’s common knowledge that the majority of accidents occur within the home, but what about illnesses? Whilst the risks of catching a contagious illness will be far higher when you’re out in a crowded environment, it would be foolish to think that your house is an illness free zone. The difference between the illnesses prevalent in your home and those …
How to Clean Your House for Family Members with Allergies
It may surprise you as to how easily an allergic reaction can be triggered. For those of us who do not suffer from allergies, it’s all too easy to overlook the potential risks that can be found in our homes. Risks that, if left ignored, can turn a relaxing home atmosphere into one devoid of comfort for the afflicted person. …