Episode 26 - Nine Simple Ways To Make Your Home A Healthier And Safer Environment During The Coronavirus Outbreak

3/14/2020

Nine simple ways to make your home healthier and safer

As more and more of us are working remotely and practicing social distancing as the coronavirus hits the US, we thought it would be helpful to share nine simple ways you can make your home a healthier and safer environment. We hope these tips bring you peace of mind and give you a sense of control during this scary time!

According to the EPA, the average American indoor environment is 2 to 5 times more polluted than the outdoor air. The EPA also stated that the worst air pollution in our nation is right inside our own homes and workplaces and that 50% of all illness is connected to the indoor air quality. Crazy! Thankfully there are many easy ways to help improve this, which we address in today’s episode:

Show Notes:

9-ish simple tips for having a greener home environment
Why it's so important to have good indoor air quality (especially in winter!)
Typical chemicals and pollutants that lurk in our homes and their health effects
Different types of air purifiers and filters
Best houseplants for clean air
Why you might want to ditch your beloved candles
How cookware might be affecting your air quality
Best practices for bringing new furniture into your home and how to be more conscious about it