Is Your Air Quality Harming Your Health? How to Improve It | Ft. Mike Feldstein, CEO of Jaspr
Pursuit of Wellness
Deep Dive
Why is air quality important for health?
Air quality affects health by introducing toxins that can trigger respiratory issues, skin problems, migraines, and autoimmune flares. Poor air quality can exacerbate existing conditions and make generally healthy people feel unwell.
What are the main sources of indoor air pollution?
Indoor air pollution comes from off-gassing from furniture, carpets, paints, cooking, cleaning products, and pets. Homes built for energy efficiency trap these pollutants, making indoor air often worse than outdoor air.
How does mold exposure affect health?
Mold exposure can cause chronic health issues like migraines, fatigue, and brain fog if not properly detoxed. It can stay in the system for a long time, especially in moldy environments, and is omnipresent in homes.
What is the role of an air purifier in improving air quality?
An air purifier helps remove pollutants like mold, pollen, and allergens from the air, reducing the stress load on the body. It can improve sleep, reduce allergies, and create a clean air sanctuary in homes.
How does air quality impact sleep?
Clean air improves sleep by reducing toxins and stress loads. A study with Jasper air purifiers showed that 83% of participants had their best sleep ever, with an average of 25 minutes more sleep per night and 18% more deep sleep.
Why are babies more vulnerable to air toxins?
Babies breathe 60,000 times a day compared to adults' 10,000 to 20,000, and their immune systems are not fully developed. Poor air quality can lead to health issues, making clean air essential for nurseries.
What is Zoochosis and how does it relate to human living conditions?
Zoochosis is a term for the health issues animals experience in captivity, such as anxiety, depression, and obesity. Humans living in confined, poorly ventilated homes experience similar issues, suggesting our homes are like cages.
How does cooking affect indoor air quality?
Cooking, especially with high heat and proteins, creates chemical byproducts like PAHs that pollute the air. Opening windows or using an air purifier can help mitigate these toxins.
What is the significance of air quality in overall wellness?
Air is the most consumed substance by humans, and poor air quality can negate efforts to detox or maintain health. Clean air is essential for sleep, mental clarity, and overall well-being.
What makes Jasper air purifiers unique?
Jasper air purifiers are made of steel, have adaptive sensors, and provide real-time air quality feedback. They are designed for both effectiveness and aesthetics, with a lifetime warranty and no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for reduced EMF exposure.
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