During the last 15 years of testing homes, I have come to the conclusion that Fresh Air leads to a healthier lifestyle and longevity. Of all the homes that we have tested for mold and allergens, 90% have have polluted air due to mold, fiberglass, dust mites, cat dander and allergens. This is sad but true when dealing with Indoor Air Quality and people with Asthma and Allergies. We have concluded that the cause is is our poor quality building and cleaning practices. Even recently, the latest problem with "Chinese Drywall" is a prime example of mistakes being made that have long term health effects on people.
We live in artificial air and wonder why our children have Asthma and Allergies. During the majority of our Indoor Air Quality Inspections of homes, we have found the Air Conditioning Systems are contaminated with mold, algae and allergens. This is strange because people always try to keep their homes clean but totally ignore their Air Conditioning Systems. If you want to live healthy, you must maintain your Air Conditioning System. It is the lungs of your home and has to be kept clean.
The thing I do not understand is that some people are consumed with pollution outside their homes but never really give two seconds of thought or concern with their own Indoor Air Quality Environment. I constantly hear the mantra of Go Green for the Planet but never ever see a commercial about Indoor Air Quality and its importance. I believe our priorities are off and need to be changed to think about our Family's health first. What good is getting rid of outdoor pollution when we are polluting ourselves in our own homes, schools and public buildings. I am not saying stop being concerned with the Planet but we need to get real concerning our own personal lives also.
Our children are being exposed constantly to toxins from Indoor Air Quality pollution but what is being done. We are being told to plant more trees or drive a more economical car. The incidence of Asthma and Allergies in children is skyrocketing and we are told to worry about some species of caterpillar in a far off land. What is wrong with this picture? Plenty, your family's health comes first, then you worry about everything else. Clean your own backyard up first before getting involved with some community program to plant trees or save the caterpillars. Remember, your family comes first.
In conclusion, people have lived on Planet Earth for millions of years and have gotten used to clean and fresh air filled with the sweet smell of flowers and the ocean. Taking a walk every day will help us get fresh and clean air into our lungs. This fresh air will help us detox our bodies of the pollutants we pick up during every day living. Clean up you own home first before getting involved with some type of community program to plant trees. Family comes first, then you plant a tree to help the Planet.
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