In this post, we answer a runner's question about exercising outdoor during a haze.Q: Forest fires in neighboring countries have resulted in a haze over my country. Should I continue to run outdoor like I always do when there's a haze? Is haze harmful to my health?A: The short answer is, it depends. Haze is usually measured by the Pollutants Standards Index (PSI). With the PSI value, we can gauge the severity of air pollution in the last three to 24 hours, depending how often the value is tak... Read Full Story

Indoor air quality is a hidden health risk which most people overlooked. But by following a few easy steps, you can cut down the levels of air contaminants dramatically and get cleaner indoor air. Learn how in this articleAccording to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, indoor air pollution is one of the top health risks in our living environment. This risk is further compounded by the fact that many people in developed countries spend as much as 95 percent of their time indoors and... Read Full Story

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Treat yourself to a smorgasbord of useful articles, from how to stop obsessive thoughts to how to awaken from your conditioned mind, in this edition of Carnival of HealingLabdien (that's how people in Latvian greet each other according to Flickr!)! Take a deep breath, relax and enjoy the fresh line-up of articles we have put together for you this week!Stop Obsessive-compulsive Thoughts Literally. Do you find yourself clinging to thoughts or stuff that no longer serve any purpose? Are you obse... Read Full Story

A study found that diesel particles promote the development of tumor even in normal tissueInhaling diesel exhaust not only stresses the brain and elevates the risk of heart attack, now it has also been found to promote cancer.Researchers at the Ohio State University found that after eight weeks of exposure to diesel exhaust, there was a four-fold increase in vessel formation in mice with normal hind legs, while mice with manipulated hind limbs to simulate low oxygen condition in certain disea... Read Full Story

Check out some of these useful tips before buying an air purifier for your home or officeWelcome! So you've decided to get an air purifier for your home, but don't know what to look out for?You are not alone. The range of air cleaning devices available in the market is both mind-boggling and confusing. And the generous use of jargon by sales representatives and manufacturers didn't make the job of choosing the right air purifier any easier. Here's a checklist that highlights the important are... Read Full Story

In times of thick haze or smoke, it is important to take some simple precautions to prevent air pollutants from intruding into your homeWhen there's a heavy haze or smoke, staying indoor is a recommended way to minimize exposure to the air pollutants. However, fine particles from the haze or smoke can still make their way through gaps and cracks and end up being trapped inside your home.Here are some simple tips you can use to protect the health of yourself and your family during heavy outdoo... Read Full Story

If you are planning for the next candlelit dinner, do you and your partner's health a favor, stay away from paraffin wax candlesA study has found that candles made of paraffin wax, the cheapest and most common ingredient for candle-making, produce fumes that can be poisonous and even cause cancer.Researchers at the South Carolina State University burned paraffin candles in a small box for up to six hours and used charcoal to soak up the chemicals released. The chemicals in the charcoal were t... Read Full Story

Compare air filtering technologies used by leading air purifiers and find out which are the ones you should look out for in this articleAn example of an air purifier incorporating multiple technologiesAir Purifying Technologies at a Glance:HEPA FilterActivated Carbon Air FilterAir IonizerGermicidal UV LampOzone GeneratorHEPA Air FilterHow It Works:High Efficiency Particulate Air, or HEPA air filters are the most efficient type of air filter available. Usually made of fiberglass, they are 99.9... Read Full Story

Don't suffer allergy-disrupted sleep in silent. Check out PureNight® and test drive it for 30 nights free.Do you suffer from interrupted, poor-quality sleep due to allergy symptoms? Have you tried removing airborne allergens from your room with little or no success?Halo Innovations has a product that may be your answer to a good night sleep. Called the PureNight® Pure Air System, it is an air purifier that delivers a stream of filtered air at the head of the bed via an extended arm, removing ... Read Full Story