A recent study shows that there may be new ways to eliminate indoor airborne pathogens, like dust mites, bacteria, spores and viruses, on the horizon. Indoor air is notoriously dirty. Everything from pet dander to dead skin cells, mold and fungus is constantly floating through the air of the average home. That’s why it’s so […]
Read MoreThere will, of course, always be some bacteria in even dry ventilation systems. These are primarily skin surface organisms recirculated from occupants, and outdoor bacteria borne on fragments of vegetation. On the other hand, if water is present in drip pans or even in ductwork, bacteria will grow and form biofilms in these places. In […]
Read MoreIt’s Autumn. Pumpkins glow in golden fields. Shorter days, crisp mornings signal winter’s approach. Use Autumn’s brisk and breezy days to conquer deep-cleaning chores for a clean and comfortable winter home, and to wrap up summer’s outdoor lifestyle. Deep clean now to take advantage of good weather and to welcome approaching holidays with a clean […]
Read MoreResearchers warn of long-lasting toxins left by cigarettes While the public has long been aware of the dangers of smoking and passive exposure to secondhand smoke, researchers are raising a call for vigilance regarding the perils posed by thirdhand smoke, or residues left on surfaces that may not have been exposed to cigarettes in some […]
Read MoreIgnorance can be bliss, except when it pertains to your health. If you’re paying your hard-earned dollars on products intended to improve your quality of life, then surely you’d expect honestly. But, too often, we find toxic lies wrapped in a healthy disguise. Here are ten common “healthy lies” that you’ve probably been told (and […]
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