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The Dangers Of CFL Bulbs

The Dangers Of CFL Bulbs

CFL Bulbs, LED, Halogens and Incandescents CFL (compact fluorescent light) bulbs are considered energy efficient, but are good for the environment? I don’t think so. CFL bulbs are, from a health and environment point of view, one of the worst options. Here’s why 1....

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Indoor Air Contaminants – The 3 Most Commonly Overlooked

Indoor Air Contaminants – The 3 Most Commonly Overlooked

Indoor Air Contaminants - Discover Which 3 Are Most Commonly Overlooked Indoor air contaminants are largely ignored - even though the indoor air can be up to 10 times more polluted than the outdoor air. DID YOU KNOW..? Air is one of our most basic needs, yet it is...

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Ten Toxic Truths

Ten Toxic Truths

Ten Toxic Truths Toxic truth: lifestyle-related chronic disease is widely recognised as being one of the top underlying causes for death. Epidemics and pandemics have been fuelled by high intake of sugar, fat, salt, alcohol, tobacco and lack of physical exercise....

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Humidity – Understanding and Managing it

Humidity – Understanding and Managing it

Humidity is not just a present in our rainforests, it is also present in our homes Humidity is basically moisture levels in the air. Relative humidity (RH) is what we commonly talk about, and the ideal range is between 45-55% RH. Why? Because at this level, it is not...

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Condensation: An Enormous Issue In Buildings

Condensation: An Enormous Issue In Buildings

Condensation: an Enormous Issue in Buildings Condensation is an enormous issues in buildings, whether they be older buildings with single glazed windows and/or no insulation OR brand new buildings that are built to be energy efficient. "My Building Is New, There is No...

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“Bake Outs,” Ozone and Our Indoor Air

“Bake Outs,” Ozone and Our Indoor Air

I want to share some information about ozone, VOCs and our indoor air. From here, I will share my stance on "bake outs," so let's start at the end to make sure it all makes sense. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) The best example of VOCs is the smell of the cleaning...

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Fungi and Mould

Fungi and Mould

Some Fungi I Spotted While Doing A Mould Assessment This fabulous fungi growing when I was conducting a mould assessment. Mould and fungi are amazing, natural and important.  BUT we don't want them growing in our homes. When should you be concerned? if you see visible...

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Essential Oils

Essential Oils

Essential oils are potent gifts from nature Essential oils can be used for many things – cleaning, mood enhancement, health, personal care products, perfumery, in your bath, in a burner, pest repellent, and on and on. However, they do need to be used with care. One...

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ELF AC Magnetic Fields

ELF AC Magnetic Fields

Magnetic Fields (MF) Magnetic fields - can they be harmful? Did you know? In 2002, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified ELF AC magnetic fields as category 2B.  What that means is that they recognised the potentially carcinogenic effects...

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Avoiding Sick Building Syndrome in the Workplace

Avoiding Sick Building Syndrome in the Workplace

Sick Building Syndrome - Avoid this in the Workplace Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) incorporates many facets of the built environment. Focus on Indoor Air Quality When it comes to air pollution, we tend to think about it in terms of the outdoors. We worry about...

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Insomnia Epidemic

Insomnia Epidemic

The "Insomnia Epidemic" There has been much talk recently of an insomnia epidemic. Have you heard about it? It has been primarily based on data collected by devices such as smart phones and watches. There is an enormous irony, though, because from what I am seeing,...

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School Kids and Traffic Pollution

School Kids and Traffic Pollution

Traffic-related Ambient Air Pollution and Children (#TRAPS) The effects of traffic-related pollution on ambient (outdoor) air is well-known throughout the world. The most common term would be "smog." However, the effects on indoor air quality are far less considered....

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What is in My Water?

What is in My Water?

What is in my Drinking Water? Water comes from the tap so it is all good, right? Well, no. There are so many ways that our drinking water can become contaminated - which is why it is important to have a good quality filter. Firstly, much of our drinking water gets...

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Don’t be Guttered!

Don’t be Guttered!

Gutters – They Can Play a Large Role in the Health of Our Buildings Gutters collect the water that come off the roof. The roof is like a rain hat of our home. Hidden Mould I have been to so many homes that have water damage and mould because of poorly maintained...

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Close Your Windows During Peak Hour

Close Your Windows During Peak Hour

Avoid Traffic-Related Air Pollution: Close Your Windows in Peak Hours When there's traffic, I want you to close your windows! If you have been following me for a while, I am sure you will have heard me carry on about opening your windows and exchanging the air. While...

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