Air Quality + Filtration
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Indoor Air Quality Matters
Since air is invisible, we often have a hard time assessing the quality of our air, both in where it is coming from and what is actually in it. In fact, the air we breathe can often be just as responsible as food or water toxin exposure for symptoms/issues like weight gain, fatigue, inflammation, hormone imbalances.
When you hear the word “air quality” our mind usually goes to EXTERNAL air and how to decrease pollution coming from outdoor sources- but have you considered what could be going on with INTERNAL air quality in your home, your office or anywhere else you spend a majority of your time?
Indoor is Worse than Outdoor
Similar to water, the regulation here is what is lacking. The EPA monitors OUTDOOR air pollution sources like factories, emissions, etc. but there is no “clear air act” for INDOOR pollution hence why you’ve probably never thought about it before.
What’s In Your Air?
Most people may not even realize there ARE things in our air aside from dust, but here is a list of just some of the issues found in our indoor air. This ranges based on where you live, how old your furniture is, how often you open up windows/doors, the humidity of your home, products you use, etc.
How do they get there? Most chemicals used in products aren’t bound tightly to the product, so they end up being in a constant state of falling off or shedding. Generally they end up in the air we breathe and in house dust.
Tips for Improving Air Quality
Outside of looking into air filtration/purification, here are some top, easy/free tips to begin improving your air quality today:
My Top Picks For Air Filtration
AVOID UNITS WITH:
Hydroxyl Technology (PCO or PECO)
Ionization
UV Lights
My top choice for air filtration units. This video shows how it out performs its competitors.
MWFITWELL for 10% off
Larger unit that contains VOC pre and post-filters to remove a greater amount of gasses + odors from the home.
MWFITWELL for 10% off
Another great option for air filtration. Get on their email list as they often run sales on units and filters.
Only their Health Pro Plus or GC MultiGas units. Contain more carbon filtration for VOCs/chemicals.
Another great option with both HEPA + carbon filtration.
Only whole home option that I’d consider (attaches to furnace).