Make these changes to your home environment to help keep your immunity in tip-top shape.
The average person breathes 20,000 breaths daily and spends 90 percent of their time indoors.
Ensuring these spaces have healthy air quality is an overlooked aspect of promoting our ongoing wellness.
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Fortunately, there are several ways you might improve your indoor air quality.
Clean Regularly
One of the simplest ways to boost theair quality of your homeis to clean.
This removes toxins from building up in the form of dust and debris.
Clean all surfaces in your home regularly, vacuuming and dusting.
A less cluttered home is also easier to clean.
Dust frequently, Rubino says.
The less dust there is, the healthier our air and we will be.
Use Air Purifiers
Air purifierscan give your home and immune system an additional healthy boost.
Invest in air purifiers with the technology to eliminate contaminants from the air, Rubino says.
A whole-house air purifying system is a great option to help avoid space restraints from many smaller machines.
Look forpurifiers with HEPA filtration systemsto remove as many unhealthy substances from the air as possible.
Regularly Change Air Filters
Change your HVAC filters regularly.
Schedule bi-annual HVAC maintenance, Rubino says.
If you live in an arid area or have unstable humidity, consider getting ahumidifierfor your home.
To keep your immunity up, clean with microfiber towels and eco-friendly cleaning products.
This removes allergens, pet dander, pollen, and mold from your air.
Keep your bedroom dark andcool for optimal sleep.
Cut back on highly processed foods and add morefresh fruits and veggiesto your kitchen.
Some excellent immunity-boosting foods include citrus fruits, green and leafy vegetables, red bell peppers, and broccoli.
Fresh ginger and garlic are great to season meals and offer an additional immunity boost.
And then swap in someimmunity-boosting beveragesinstead.
Regular exercise helpsboost your immune systemand also improves your mental state, helping you to relax and sleep better.
