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Which Allergy Medicine Has the Least Side Effects?
mai 24, 2018
Over-the-counter allergy medicines have evolved over the years. They promise symptom relief for seasonal and year-round allergies. Find out which ones are designed to have the least number of side effects.
Ozone Removal Methods: Filters to Use in Your Home
octobre 31, 2019
The characteristics of ozone that make it potentially harmful also make it possible to be filtered out of the air with another method: activated carbon. Ozone is reactive because the third oxygen atom attaches to other molecules very easily, with a tendency to “break off” of the ozone molecule, leaving only O2 behind.
Is Fragrance Bad For You? Personal Care and Cosmetic Products
juillet 24, 2019
If you read the ingredients label on your personal care products, you will probably be faced with a long string of unfamiliar terms. These hard-to-pronounce chemical names can cause hidden concerns that you should be aware of.
Do Ionizer Air Purifiers Remove Odors?
mai 15, 2019
Although ionizers may indirectly mask or chemically alter odors because of the ozone, the ozone they produce as a byproduct makes them a less-than-ideal choice for sensitive groups. Ultimately, these devices were not designed to handle odors, and if you'd like to get rid of unwanted odors in your home without placing you and your loved ones at risk, consider these other more effective, and less hazardous technologies instead.
Air Purifiers: Ionic and Ionizers, Are They Bad for You?
mars 15, 2017
Before you buy: Take a deep look into the market of air ionizers. Explore what these "ionic air purifiers" do, their hidden dangers in producing ozone, and why you may not want them in your home.
What Does an Air Purifier Do?
juin 21, 2021
What does an air purifier do? An air purifier improves your indoor air quality by removing air pollutants from your home with filters or other technology. Knowing how each type of air purifier works will let you choose the best air purifier for you.
Types of Mold Sickness: Signs and Symptoms
juillet 23, 2019
Mold exposure has the potential to cause adverse health effects. Many people start researching mold sickness when they are faced with a set of symptoms that have no apparent cause. They begin to wonder, are they being affected by something in their environment?
What You Should Know About Toxic Chemicals in Children’s Toys
mars 18, 2019
Every parent wants what is best for their child. Unfortunately, making decisions for the health and future of your child is not always a simple task. Many manufacturers market their products towards children without any regard for the potential health and safety hazards they may pose.
Are You Suffering from Winter Allergies?
octobre 13, 2018
Almost everyone experiences at least a few days of stuffy nose, coughing and sneezing during the winter months. If the cause is a cold or flu, there may not be much you can do other than rest and wait for your body to fight off the virus, according to doctor’s orders.
What is Stale Air? It’s Actually Chemicals Like CO2 and MVOCs
février 28, 2019
What is stale, stuff air? Is it bad for you? How do you get rid of stale air? We have the answers to those air quality questions and more.
What Makes Air Quality Poor?
octobre 30, 2019
Here at Molekule, we talk about air quality a lot. We research, think about and write about air quality a lot too. Sometimes you have to get back to basics and explore the fundamental problem of poor air quality. In order to understand what good air quality is, we need to know what makes air quality bad.
Office Flu Season: How to Avoid Making Everyone Sick
janvier 04, 2019
Prevent office flu season from slowing you down. Your employer and co-workers will thank you.
Can an Ionizer Air Purifier Actually Kill Mold?
avril 15, 2019
Ionizing air purifiers are ineffective against mold, but there are technologies like PECO and HEPA that can work.
Can an Air Purifier Relieve Colds and Fight Germs?
février 28, 2019
Learn how an air purifier can address allergens and other airborne pollutants, and see how different types air purifiers compare in alleviating cold symptoms and helping to prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses in the air.
Are Candles Bad for You? From Scented to Unscented
novembre 13, 2018
Scented candles are popular, particularly during the holiday season. But can scented candles be bad for you? What types of pollutant are released when you burn these candles? We explore this and much more.
5 Things to Do About Allergy Season
février 14, 2023
It’s not just your imagination, seasonal allergies are getting worse each year. They are getting worse outdoors as a result of climate change and increased carbon dioxide, which make for more pollen at unpredictable times. They are getting worse indoors because sealing off spaces to minimize energy loss has the side-effect of pollen and other irritants building up in the air with nowhere to go but up your nose.
How to have the healthiest Day of Unplugging
mars 03, 2023
The Global Day of Unplugging is about understanding how technology influences our daily lives by taking a full day to abstain from using technology like smartphones. Most of us remember a time when everyone did not have the entire internet in their pocket, and have had to navigate the extremely rapid adoption of these devices and all of the good and bad information they feed us.
Indoor Air Quality During Winter: Tips for Your Health and Home
janvier 17, 2019
Winter brings unique air quality challenges to your home. Here's how to solve those pet dander, smoke, dry air, and circulation problems.
How fast does an air purifier work?
juin 07, 2023
Each indoor space is unique, with its own sources of pollution and rate of exchange with outside air. Pollutants can build up indoors so Outside air is usually cleaner than indoor air. A great way to stop pollutants from building up is to remove them with an air purifier that filters out toxic particles and gasses, but their total impact is never completely clear because air pollution is constantly coming back.
How to Deal With Wildfire Smoke Headaches
décembre 21, 2021
Wildfires have become an increasingly common year-round problem in the U.S., especially in the western states. They not only damage landscapes and manmade structures, but can also lead to a host of health problems, particularly respiratory issues and cardiovascular problems. Exposure to wildfire smoke can also cause headaches.
Are allergies getting worse each year?
mars 30, 2021
It’s not just you, everyone’s allergies are getting worse, and some of us are starting to get allergies when we didn’t before. Triggers for respiratory allergies are present throughout the year. February through May is when trees spread their pollen. April through September air is full of grass pollen. August through late November is when the weeds are active spreading pollen. In the winter there isn’t much pollen, but we spend more time indoors with mold, dust, and pet dander.
What does environmental justice mean in 2022?
février 25, 2022
Is your heater causing allergies?
janvier 10, 2022
Hypoallergenic Pets for People with Allergies
septembre 27, 2018
What are some of the best hypoallergenic pets for allergy and asthma sufferers? Can these alternatives from the typical dogs and cats relief some of the suffering? Learn more as we list common pets that may lessen your pain.
What's the best air purifier for RVs?
août 21, 2023
When Air Pollution Gets Worse: 10 Tips to Protect Yourself
décembre 20, 2019
Air pollution stems from a variety of sources, both natural and man-made. To increase public awareness, news reports of the health effects of exposure to air pollution has increased in recent years—as a result, we now have a good understanding of where most air pollution comes from.
Air Conditioner vs. Air Purifiers: How They Differ and How They Can Work Together
septembre 02, 2021
Air conditioners are easy to take for granted. But now that parts of the country are increasingly experiencing record-shattering heat waves, they can literally be a life-saver. Cooling power aside, air conditioners can also have some surprisingly negative effects on the air quality inside your home. Read on for a full explanation of why this is the case and what you can do to decrease harmful indoor air pollution from air conditioners.
What is a smoke eater?
décembre 06, 2022
In the 1800s, firefighters wore the name “smoke eater” with pride. The term represented a life spent running towards danger to save people and property from harm, regardless of the personal health risks.
When You Need a Garage Air Conditioner: Challenges and Solutions
juillet 13, 2018
It is a gorgeous summer day, the perfect time to head out to your garage and get some work done. You roll open the door, ready to polish the trim on your classic car, re-pot some houseplants, or do some woodworking at your work bench. But as you step inside, you are blasted with a wave of stifling hot air.
Can Ozone Generators Remove or Control Odors?
mai 28, 2019
It is not advisable to rely heavily on using an ozone generator. Study after study has shown that they are not particularly effective in reducing indoor air concentrations for most VOCs. There are other air purification technologies, including the Molekule PECO air purifier, that can destroy VOCs safely and effectively, without the use of any ozone.
Do Allergy Shots Work: From Pet to Pollen to Dust Mite Allergies
août 18, 2018
Allergy shots may help millions of Americans. Here's what to expect from the multiple-year treatment commitment.
The Colors of Noise
mars 10, 2023
Colors are wonderful descriptive analogies because they exist along a spectrum with the violet and blue end having the opposite quality as the red and orange end. Temperature intuitively fits into the color spectrum, with warm reds and cool blues.
The Worst Places For Your Asthma: Cities And States To Avoid
août 04, 2018
Are you considering a move? If you or a family member has asthma, here are some of the worst places. Learn why and how to deal with symptom triggers.
How to Deal with Allergies During the Dog Days of Summer
juillet 28, 2017
Summer, like spring, presents its own set of challenges for people with allergies. Here are some tips to help you deal with summer allergy and asthma triggers.
Air Quality and SARS-CoV-2: What to Expect When School Starts this Fall
août 18, 2021
During the 2020-2021 school year, most school districts, parents, and students agreed that in-person learning was too risky due the Covid-19 pandemic, thus classes were held online at home via a video link. Now, with the fall 2021 semester fast approaching, the resurgent Delta variant has experts analyzing the available data and giving recommendations on how to proceed with the new school year.
Is the N95 Face Mask the Best Solution for Wildfire Smoke?
novembre 19, 2018
Many parts of California are experiencing dangerous air quality because of wildfire smoke. There are several types of personal protection for our lungs during extreme air events. When you go outside during a local wildfire or other extreme air event, you see people with many different solutions to the dirty air, from bandanas to full-face gas masks to the ubiquitous N95 hardware store mask.
How to live in a world with SARS-CoV-2
mai 29, 2020
How to Properly Clean a Humidifier
septembre 19, 2019
A humidifier can help combat the effects of dry air by producing water vapor and increasing the humidity in your home. Unfortunately, without proper cleaning and maintenance, a humidifier can also increase the airborne pollutants that you and your family members breathe in every day.
Why Do Your Allergies Get Worse at Night?
janvier 31, 2019
Nighttime allergies can keep you up coughing and sneezing. Use these tips to fight back and wake up well-rested.
Why do bad smells smell good?
février 26, 2021
Smell is fundamental to our experience and linked with a variety of emotional responses. Some smells repel us, while some invite us in. They’re a vital part of our world and our survival strategy. Without smell we become more depressed and, conversely, when we’re depressed we can’t smell as well.
When is air pollution worse than smoking?
février 16, 2022
A recent Harvard study estimated that fossil fuel emissions caused 8 million deaths in 2018. That means pollution from burning fossil fuels was responsible for almost 20% of all deaths that year. It is difficult to estimate the total worldwide health burden of air pollution, but many scholars agree that between 5 to 9 million people die from air pollution each year.
Do sleep trackers work?
novembre 08, 2022
We spend around a third of our lives asleep, and most of us put effort into getting the best sleep we can. Apart from looking for the right bedding and nighttime environment, a great technique to improve sleep is to use a wearable sleep tracker. We obviously can’t know what we’re doing when sleeping, so wearing a sleep tracker on the wrist or finger can provide information on physical activity during sleep, which can be a good indicator of sleep quality.
Should You Choose an Ultrasonic Humidifier for Your Home?
octobre 01, 2018
If you're considering an ultrasonic humidifier, there are a few health risks you should know about. Learn how they work, how they're different, and how to clean and maintain one in your home.
6 Common Myths About Air Pollution and What You Can Do About Them
septembre 29, 2018
You may have heard about these air pollution myths or believed them yourself. Find out the truth and what you can do to take control over your air quality.
10 Pollutants to Watch Out for When You Travel This Summer
juillet 30, 2017
Even as the world continues to open up, one of your first thoughts before summer vacation starts is likely: how can I stay safe? Researching how to stay safe during travel will yield information on things like car emergency kits, vaccinations, and travel insurance.
How to change in one day on International Mind Body Wellness Day
janvier 03, 2023
Whether it is adding healthy habits or subtracting the unhealthy ones, changing our behavior for the better can be really hard. International Mind Body Wellness Day is on the first Tuesday of 2023, and it is the perfect day to start down the path of wellness. Not with all healthy choices and no unhealthy choices, that is impossible.
Black Lives Matter, and "Matter" is the Minimum
juin 12, 2020