Intense exposure to dust and smoke causes eye, nose, throat, and lung irritation, triggering coughing and sneezing. These short-term symptoms are the body's way of removing foreign material. Severe reactions usually occur in the first day or so after a high-level exposure and include persistent shortness of breath, rapid breathing, chest pain or tightness, headache, dizziness, or fainting.

Dust mites are eight-legged microscopic creatures, members of the arachnid family, which include spiders, chiggers, ticks and scorpions. They feed on such things as dead skin that sloughs from our bodies, pollen, and animal dander, and can be found in carpeting, furniture, bedding and dust. The protein contained in both the mites and their droppings is what causes allergies in some people. This happens when they come in contact with the skin or are inhaled.

Regular household vacuum cleaners do tend to redistribute many of the particles that are real problems for allergy and asthma sufferers back into the air. For this reason, it is advisable to use a special high-filtration vacuum cleaner that captures and contains even the finest particles.

On the whole, air pollution affects children, the elderly and people with heart and lung disease the most. Pregnant women and people who work or exercise outside are more likely to be adversely affected by air pollution. You can call us at 954-519-1220 with the complete address and zip code of the house you are planning to purchase and we can provide a list of all the air pollution sources permitted in that area.

Yes, sometimes. This depends primarily on the part(s) of the body affected. For instance, some people with dystonia involving the jaw or tongue may have chewing or swallowing difficulty. Occasionally, people with very severe cervical dystonia also may have some swallowing difficulty. Treatments, whether medications or botulinum toxin injections, can also potentially have swallowing side effects. Dystonia rarely affects breathing.

CFR84.141 42 is the Department of Public Health. 84 is the Approval of Respiratory Protective Devices. http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/part84.txt

The complete specifications are detailed in ANSI/Compressed Gas Association Commodity Specification for Air, G-7.1-1989, which include:

Minimize moisture content so that the dew point at 1 atmosphere pressure is 10 degrees F (5.56 C) below the ambient temperature. Have suitable in-line air-purifying sorbent beds and filters to further ensure breathing air quality. Sorbent beds and filters shall be maintained and replaced or refurbished periodically following the manufacturer’s instructions. Have a tag containing the most recent change date and the signature of the person authorized by the employer to perform the change.

Dust mites themselves are not inhaled; rather, proteins found in their waste particles cause allergic reactions. These proteins, referred to as an allergens since they cause allergic reactions, can be found in dust mite feces, skin, and decomposing body fragments. Dust mite feces contain a powerful enzyme that breaks down the droppings so that remaining fecal nutrients can be eaten by dust mites if food is scarce.

Nordic Pure air filters do not kill germs, however, the material our air filters are made out of does not permit the growth of bacteria or mold. As a result, it is not necessary to add any potentially irritating chemicals to the air filter to kill germs. Odors are most often a combination of gas and particulate. Nordic Air Filters do not remove the gases but can remove the particulate.

Many times an air cleaner is installed with a new furnace capable of moving more air than the previous one. This causes the air to pick up particulate sitting in the supply ductwork and carry it into the living area. However, the furnace blower may not be strong enough to bring the particles back to the air cleaner and so particulate appears on furniture, tables and other home furnishings.

The difference is, ozone has one extra molecule of oxygen (O3) that doesn't want to be there, so it breaks off and tries to join other elements like carbon monoxide (CO1) which is deadly, and changes it into carbon dioxide (CO2) which the body knows what to do with. That extra molecule also oxidizes (destroys) all toxins except for about 6 or 7 things.

Tests indicate the body rapidly adapts to increased ozone levels by producing more of its own antioxidants. Use Full Wave Breathing as a supplement if you live in an area where the air is contaminated. Take steps to create clean air in your living space since indoor air is often found to be more toxic than outdoor. Quality air treatment products for your home can be installed by your local HVAC contractor or found and ordered on the internet.

Nordic Pure Merv 12 filters have a low air flow resistance for residential and commercial heating and cooling systems. Air flow is generally measured as a difference in air pressure on each side of the filter, measured by an instrument that uses water in a measured column to show air pressure. The higher the pressure difference, the more the water in the instrument moves. Its movement is measured in inches. The more inches of water moved, the more the pressure difference.

Never hold your breath when resistance training; people often do this when exerting effort and don’t even realize it. You should breathe continuously and should exhale on the exertion or lifting movement and inhale on the return or lowering movement.

Well, this is the 6 million dollar question. To be truthful, the answer is "we don't know", but we are starting to get a better idea.

If your grass blades are covered in an orange powder, and the reddish-brown lesions underneath don’t rub off, you’ve got rust. The fungi to blame are usually active during humid weather. Grasses under stress from nitrogen deficiencies, moisture shortages or close mowing are most susceptible. Rust develops slowly, so in many cases frequent mowing's, adequate water and an application of a high-nitrogen fertilizer can stop the problem. Frequent mowing can help control the problem too.

Cell malfunction is the basis for illness. Though we live in an industrial, affluent country, we suffer from loss of personal energy. Stress and environmental pollution, together with insufficient exercise and improper diet rob us of energy, or at least tip us out of energetic balance. Cells are no longer functioning correctly. This situation leads to poor circulation, declining performance, premature aging, and degenerative diseases.

Disorders caused or aggravated by indoor exposure to mold are a major public health concern. In general, mold can produce four types of human illness: allergy, infection, irritation, and toxic effects. Sporicidin? Disinfectant Solution is characterized "low/very low" toxicity by the EPA. Avoid contact with eyes. Follow OSHA respiratory protection guidelines when fogging or misting.

Scientists do not yet know how the use of marijuana relates to mental illness. Some researchers in Sweden report that regular, long-term intake of THC (from cannabis) can increase the risk of developing certain mental diseases, such as schizophrenia. Still others maintain that regular marijuana use can lead to chronic anxiety, personality disturbances, and depression.