You may have heard about the recent study that links poor air quality with high risk of Autism. Children spend most of their time indoors and the Air Quality matters. Children’s breathe much closer to the ground than adults, and as a result, heavier airborne chemicals pose more of a risk to children than to adults.
a) There is a strong correlation between poor indoor air quality and asthma. Asthma is the 3rd leading cause of hospitalization among children under the age of 15.
b) Longer Term effects of air pollutants like VOCs and Ozone are Cancer, Headache and Neurological diseases.
1) Ventilate you house frequently.
2) Eliminate products in your home that contain VOCs (e.g. products NOT certified by GREENGUARD Environmental Institute) & unnecessary chemicals.
3) Use non-fragrant, water-based cleaners
4) Avoid any product with odor
5) Keep indoor humidity at < 60% relative humidity.