Tag: Pollution

Himalayan salt lamps are claimed to do everything from easing anxiety and asthma to soothing eczema. But none of this is backed by research. Even if the negative ions salt lamps supposedly release have a beneficial effect on depression, the amount emitted is too small to matter. Similarly, while salt may help improve eczema symptoms, salt lamps may not have any effect.

Normally, your heart contracts and relaxes to a regular beat. But if you are suffering from atrial fibrillations, the upper chambers of your heart,...

The days of our youth are often the best days of our lives. And many of us wish we could hold on to our...

In one survey, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America found that 40 percent of children and 30 percent of adults suffer from some...

In today’s world of melting ice caps, changing temperature and increasing pollution, who wouldn’t want to live a greener life? However, with all the...

You may be doing everything right to avert the risk of a heart attack but still unintentionally exposing yourself to unrecognized risk factors like the chemicals in canned food (BPA), non-stick cookware (perfluorooctanoic acid), and antibacterial soap (triclosan). Your heart is also at risk from global warming, which increases air pollution.

Noise pollution can cause both short-term and long-term health problems. Traffic noise and excessive sound levels can disturb sleep, cause cardiovascular and psychophysiological effects, reduce performance, and provoke negative responses and changes in social behavior. Protecting yourself and your loved ones from noise pollution means lowering your exposure and developing coping strategies for when you can't escape the noise.

Being diagnosed with cancer is everyone’s worst nightmare. And there happen to be many myths surrounding this illness. Let’s explore some common myths doing...

To properly manage asthma, stay away from common triggers. Avoid secondhand smoke by never letting people smoke in your home or car. Dust mites can be controlled by washing bedding, blankets, and stuffed animals every week. Promote good air circulation at home to prevent mold. If you are allergic to pets, keep them out of the bedroom. Chemical irritants can cause a flare-up, so use natural or homemade products. When possible, move away from wood smoke and outdoor air pollution.

Our lungs keep us breathing, and we often tend to ignore our lung health. Most of the time, we are ignorant of how to...

A common respiratory ailment around the world, asthma can make living harder. There has been no proven cure for asthma yet, and those who...

Bathroom plants are not just for decoration. They also absorb organic air pollutants emitted by household stuff like cooking fuel or detergents. The top choices are spider plant, peace lily, and aloe vera which remove carbon monoxide, benzene, and formaldehyde, respectively, from the air. Other options are Boston ferns and orchids. All 5 require low light, high humidity, and minimal care.

Asthma is a chronic disease marked by inflammation of the lung’s airways. It’s so common that 18.7 million American adults have itAsthma’s Impact on...

We are exposed to loud noises every day. And if you live in a big city, there is no escaping noise pollution. Living in...

Fenugreek seeds contain lecithin, nicotinic acid, and amino acids that build hair follicles, strengthening your hair root to tip and imparting a natural shine. Antioxidant-rich olive oil conditions your hair and repairs chemical damage. Mix 2 tbsp of dried, finely ground fenugreek seeds and 1 tbsp of olive oil. Apply this on your hair and scalp. Rinse off with warm water after 10 min.