Contrary to popular opinion, the greatest health dangers from pollutants are commonly found at home    from toxic chemicals in your shoe polish to fungi and bacteria from air conditioners.

Isn't it time then to take a closer look at what can be lurking in every nook and corner of your house?
Begin by learning about pollution risks. Plan action steps to reduce and rectify causes of health hazards to keep your home and your family safe.
Here are some specific steps you can take on a personal level.

Is your home safe?

Reduce your exposure to aluminum and lead
You and your family may be absorbing aluminum without knowing it. Here are some potential ways it may be getting into your body and brain.

• From contaminated groundwater or drinking water.


• By wrapping acidic food like cut tomatoes or lemons in aluminum foil.


• By cooking acidic food in aluminum pots.


• By taking certain aspirin products or antacids for an upset stomach. (Check the labels on the medicines).

Certain aluminum silicate products are found in deodorants and anti perspirants. Limit your usage of them.

• By having your drinking water tested. Water from certain sources can cause lead poisoning. This can lead to fatigue, headaches and abdominal pain.


• This can also come from paint chips, dust and soil. If you are having your house remodeled or painted, be careful not to expose yourself to paint chips.

Other simple solutions

• Have your air conditioners regularly serviced.


• Avoid use of mothballs and home deodorisers. As an alternative, open breeding spots for bacteria. Open windows more often. Mothproof your clothes by regularly airing them.


• Use non-toxic cleaning products. Use natural products like bees-wax, lemon etc to clean your house.


• A very useful strategy to keep toxic fumes away, is to grow plants. Common plants such as palms, ivy, ferns, daisies, bamboo and chrysanthemums not only add a dash of greenery to your environment, but will also protect you from poisonous chemicals.

Remember, just having a pleasing home is not enough. Make sure that it is also pollution free. Be aware.


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