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Published 17:55 IST, October 22nd 2019

Know how to control indoor air quality for better health

Air quality has evidently been a major concern for many people. Maintaining a good quality of air indoors is as important as outdoors. Read below to know more

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Air quality indoors can be a tricky situation to solve. Though one can feel comfortable being in a protective environment away from the sun and pollution of their home, people with indoor allergies and respiratory issues can find it difficult. Being in a sealed environment can also bring upon various issues, indoor air conditioners and heating systems can increase the number of dust mites and mold spores which can lead to harmful allergies. It is also not practical to keep the windows of your house open all the time as it can let dust particles add pollution inside the house. Here are some of the tips to keep indoor air quality well maintained. 

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Keep your home clean

It is highly important that one keeps his/her house clean. A clean house is indeed a healthier house. The cleaning efforts you put in helping the house to stay away from the accumulation of dust particles. Taking regular initiative to keep your house clean helps in maintaining the overall maintenance of the environment in your home. 

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House plants

House plants might require a little attention and maintenance but will provide your home with fresher air. As per reports, low levels of harmful chemicals like carbon monoxide and formaldehyde can be potentially removed by house plants alone. House plants also help in maintaining the moisture levels indoors. Plus, they are a great way to decorate your house too. 

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Air purifiers

Air purifiers are a great new way to purify the air indoors. An air purifier is an electronic device which can be plugged to a socket, it purifies the air in its surrounding area. It can be beneficial to people suffering from dust allergies as the devices can also assist in removing the dust particles from the air indoors. 

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18:33 IST, October 22nd 2019