Stay energized and illness-free

We count on our home to be a warm, cozy haven when the temperature drops outside. But closing doors and windows to keep out winter’s chill causes indoor air pollution to climb. That’s a problem since contaminants that lurk in the air can trigger foggy thinking and fatigue. And according to researchers reporting in Air Quality, Atmosphere & Health, exposure to indoor pollutants can inflame airways and impede immunity to increase the risk of cold and flu. Here’s how to keep your energy and immunity up

—Melissa Gotthardt

Pot up these plants Houseplants such as purple flags and nerve plants do more than just pretty up a room—they can also lower indoor toxins known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs). So say researchers at the University of Georgia, who found the plants effectively removed VOCs such as benzene, toluene and trichloroethylene (TCE) from the air. Other plants that delivered air-clearing benefits included asparagus fern and English ivy. Go for green cleaners The cleaning products we use on a daily basis can harbor high levels of energy-sapping pollutants. Luckily, a report published in the journal Chemosphere found that certified “green” cleaners were so much lower in the chemicals that experts deemed them 50% safer than conventional products. For assurance that a product meets stringent green standards, check for the EPA Safer Choice seal…

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Woman's World (Digital) - 1 Issue, January 27, 2025

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