Clearing the air

Many people drink purified water and use hand sanitiers for added protection against dirt and gerns....but did you know you should akso be purifying your indoor air ? On average , people spend 90% of their time indoors .That's 21 hours a day are in homes , offices or classrooms .Even in the cleanest home , indoor air can be five to 100 times more polluted than air outdoors , according to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). We're Familiar with the dangers , other microscopic pollutants such as dust , moued spores that particles smaller than 10 microns can pass through the nose and throat and go directly into the lungs .Children , the elderly and sensitive adulys can be particularly susceptible to these microscopic pollutants . Fortunately , there are four easy steps you can take to help protect yourself and your family from invisible indoor air dangers .....First clean your air . use a pertable air purifier in rooms , usually several times , such as the bedroom , home office and living areas ( family room , living room or den ) . Portable air purifiers help circulate the air in your room , usually several times per hour , helping to reduce stuffy , stale air . Effective air purifiers can capture up to 99 % or more of air bone pollutants , such as dust , pollen , pet dander and smoke , that pass through their fitters . Some air purifiers are even effective at fighting germs such as bacteria , viruses , moued spores and filters . Some air purifiers are even effective at fighting germd such as bacteria , viruses , moued spores and fungi . Some air purifiers are even effective at fighting germs such as bacteria , viruses , moued spores and fungi . Keading us respiratory specialist Dr Neil Schacter says , "There are a number of easy steps consummers can take to improve thwir indoor air quality . I recommend using a portable air-cleaning unit that contains a high-efficiency particulate air or HEPA filter." Contains a high - efficiency particulate air or HEPA filter." Be aware that not all air purifiers are created equal . Cheak out www.cadr.org for a list of air purifier performance ratings and ozone compliance . Second , remove or control the source of indoor air problems. Regular surface cleaning helps remove or control the source of indoor air problems. Regular cleaning helps remove particles from floors , blinds , drapes and decorative items so they don't become airbone again . Keep vacuum cleaner canisters cleaned out or replace bags frequently . Bathe pets regularly to reduce dander . Remove moued from shower curtains or in damp basements to reduce moued spores. Third , inspect appliances , Have your gas or oil company regularly inspect your furnace , gas water heater , range and gas clothes dryer for any leaks . Install carbon monoxide detectors throughout your home . Fourth , ventilate .When weather permits , open windows and doors to let freash air in and allow it to circulate .