Home is where the heart is. Or at least we would like it to be. We put our personal touches throughout our homes with a sense of pride and ingenuity that reflects our sense of self and personal style. It is our personal kingdom and inner sanctum. However, we also like to keep our homes clean and conducive to living a long and healthy life. So having clean, high-quality air should be a staple in every home. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. So we’ve come up with a few tips and tricks to help our fellow man breath his/her best air, and live their best life when at home.
Practical Principles
The first thing you want to do is take a practical approach. Control what you can control. So try these practical steps out first.
- Don’t smoke! And do not allow guests to indulge in that pastime in your house either.
- Clean your air conditioner. Make sure your air filters are clean to avoid any asthma triggers or breathing issues.
- No shoes in the house! Take off your shoes to avoid bringing in dust, pollen, cigarette ashes, and other harmful agents. Taking your shoes off at the door has been shown to significantly reduce the amount of pollution brought into the home.
- Clean your carpet. Your carpet is like a sponge and should be treated accordingly. Clean it often, especially the part by the door.
- Groom your pet. This is often overlooked but very important. Pet fur and excessive shedding can lead to lung irritation and asthma-like symptoms. So it is crucial to clean and groom your furry friend on a consistent basis.
Righteous Remedies
Okay so now you’ve done the practical thing. Now its time to indulge in some all-natural solutions to get that crisp clean air at home.
1. Open your windows. Simple yet effective. Doing this for just five minutes a day gives the air a chance to circulate the potentially toxic air out of the home.
2. House Plants. House plants naturally help to rejuvenate and purify the air in your home.
3. Use Essential Oils. Studies have shown that essential oils such as grapefruit lemon, clove, tea tree, thyme, cinnamon, rosemary, and oregano help to eliminate the presence of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and even mold. In short, essential oils are a must have.
By using these two approaches to clean air sustainability, you will be well on your way to a healthier quality of life.