Are you allergic to your pet? Millions of Americans suffer from a pet allergy and many of them are pet owners themselves. Living with a furry friend provides a multitude of benefits, including companionship, but it can significantly impact your health if you suffer from allergies as a result. Pet … [Read more...]
If you suffer from allergies, you might come to despise the changing of the seasons and the pollen floating through the air. Even if you shut yourself inside for days on end, there are still several allergens in your home that can irritate your respiratory system and skin. Consider buying a … [Read more...]
While you may think that allergens only exist outdoors, you might be surprised to find out that your home may be filled with allergy-causing substances. Your bedroom is just one of the rooms in your home where allergens can run rampant, causing a barrage of symptoms including a headache, runny or … [Read more...]
If you suffer from allergies, you probably have a year’s supply of tissues and a full arsenal of symptom-reducing treatments in your medicine cabinet. While these supplies will help you battle your allergy attack, they won’t improve the air quality in your home. But there are several appliances that … [Read more...]
While fall is a time for changing leaves and serves as a welcome respite from hot summer temperatures, it is also a troublesome season for people who struggle with allergies. Up to 30 million people in the United States will start sneezing this fall due to allergies. Ragweed, a yellow-flowering … [Read more...]
Autumn days bring cooler temperatures that lure you outdoors. Along with the change in seasons comes a host of pesky airborne allergens just waiting to make you uncomfortable. If you experience sneezing and itchy eyes and ears, you may be a fall allergy sufferer. 4 Common Fall Allergens Known … [Read more...]
When you brought your pet home, you probably hadn’t planned on sneezing, wheezing and itching. Fido and Fluffy don’t mean to, but they can create havoc if you have allergies and asthma. Even if you aren’t allergic, airborne pet odors can be irritating. While many people think animal fur causes … [Read more...]
Commercial household cleaners often contain harsh chemicals and fragrances that can irritate allergies. But a few common kitchen products provide the perfect ingredients for natural cleaning products that are allergy friendly. You can make a variety of cleaning products from white vinegar, baking … [Read more...]
Spring and early summer usher in both gardening and allergy seasons. But avid gardeners don’t have to choose between their hobby and allergy relief. Understanding a bit about how plants contribute to allergy symptoms can help gardeners develop a strategy for having a well-tended garden while … [Read more...]
If you suffer from seasonal or chronic allergies, you know that relief can be hard to come by. You’ve probably seen a specialist and are a regular at the pharmacy, but you may still be wondering if there’s more you can be doing. Using an air purifier in conjunction with your other preventative … [Read more...]
Flowers are blooming. Birds are chirping. Now that the weather is finally beginning to warm up. If the only signs of the season more surefire than these are sneezing, coughing, itchy and water eyes, you may be a sufferer of spring allergies. Check out this infographic to find out what’s … [Read more...]
If you use an air purification system, or are shopping for one, you may be familiar with activated carbon filters. With so many air purifier filters to choose from, you may wonder how an activated carbon filter works or what the benefits of using one are. Don’t let their small stature fool you; … [Read more...]
If you’re shopping for an air purifier, you’ve probably run across the term HEPA used in regard to filtration. You may be wondering what a HEPA filter is, or if you’ve heard of it, you may be wondering how it works. HEPA filtration is an important and popular form of air purification technology that … [Read more...]
During winter months people often find themselves trapped indoors because of the cold. Break the cabin fever and get outdoors sooner with the investment of a patio heater. They are a great way to make your deck, patio or other outdoor space a more desirable during fall and spring months allowing you … [Read more...]
If you haven’t been diagnosed with asthma, you probably know someone that has. Asthma is a breathing disorder that occurs when the bronchial tubes become inflamed and these tubes fill up with a sticky secretion that makes it difficult to breath. People that have asthma may experience shortness of … [Read more...]
This year marks the fourth time in a row that the IQAir HealthPro Plus has been awarded a Consumers Digest “Best Buy” above all other high-performance air purifiers. Their five-year warranty, six fan speed selections, and four stages of filtration are stated by the publication to be the model’s … [Read more...]
At this point, we all know that smoking isn’t good for your health. You also probably know that breathing in the smoke that comes off of cigarettes, whether or not you're the one smoking, can be just as dangerous. If you are concerned about the impact of lingering cigarette smoke in your home, or … [Read more...]
Why Humidify? During the cold winter months, many ailments may become pronounced due to the cold dry air. Even in climates where there is moisture in the outside air, the heating systems in your home and office tend to dry the interior air, which may lead to problems for many. Humidifiers can … [Read more...]
