If you or a loved one suffers from asthma, then you're probably already well aware of just how much it can affect your quality of life. From a decreased ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities, to the development of serious health problems, asthma has the power to create a myriad of … [Read more...]
Today, January 10th, is “Houseplant Appreciation Day”. In honor of this little-known holiday, we wanted to take a closer look at the top ten houseplants that have the ability to naturally improve the air quality in your home. All of these indoor houseplants were analyzed by NASA in 1989. They … [Read more...]
A dehumidifier is a sophisticated piece of machinery that may sometimes come with a substantial price tag. A 50-pint unit can run in the range of $300 to $600, while larger capacity units can cost well into the thousands. On the flip side, it costs only 40 to 50 dollars a day to rent a large … [Read more...]
Although dust mites are tiny creatures, they can cause big trouble for people who suffer from asthma and allergic reactions. These microscopic bugs share living quarters with humans and animals, feeding on the invisible flakes of dead skin that are shed every day. If a dust mite infestation is not … [Read more...]
One of the most significant challenges that allergy sufferers face on a daily basis is the threat of environmental irritants. Pollen, dust, and other fine particles may trigger a myriad of allergy symptoms, many of which can inhibit your ability to carry out normal activities and even diminish your … [Read more...]
If you suffer from severe allergies, here's one natural remedy that you may not have tried yet. Nasal Irrigation, the practice of washing out the extra mucus from your nasal cavity, is touted by health experts as a great way to get relief from allergy symptoms with minimal risk of side effects. … [Read more...]
Winter is here. Along with the lower temperatures outside, comes the high energy cost of keeping you warm inside your home. To help cut these costs, many people turn to portable space heaters to keep them warm. These supplemental heaters work great at keeping you warm, but if used improperly, they … [Read more...]
Mold can be a rather pesky part of nature. Whether it shows up as the little fuzzy green growth letting you know it is time to throw out the old bread or the black spots around the pipes in your basement, no one ever really wants to see mold. There are some people who are able to breathe and … [Read more...]
