Vacuum away indoor and outdoor allergens

Allergies tend to grab our attention when the seasons change and symptoms rear their ugly heads. In the fall, tree pollen tends to get the blame for our respiratory misery. Other common allergens like dust mites can cause trouble all year long. Regardless of whether your allergy symptoms are seasonal, regular and proper vacuuming should … Continue reading "Vacuum away indoor and outdoor allergens"

5 ways appliances can make your home healthier

From making healthy eating easier to cutting down on sneeze-inducing allergens, appliances can be used to drive healthy habits and create a healthier home environment. Here are five ways home appliances can be used to make your home healthier today: 1. Quick meal storage: Keep those healthy meals and snacks within reach in your refrigerator. … Continue reading "5 ways appliances can make your home healthier"

Room air cleaners: Your ally against allergens

The spring and summer weather is always a welcome change. The allergies that come with the warmer temperatures, not so much. Depending on where you live, you might be dealing with any of a number of types of pollen, road dust or other allergies. The coughing and sniffles will put the brakes on even the … Continue reading "Room air cleaners: Your ally against allergens"

Physicians share their allergy prevention advice

Ragweed. Pet dander. Tree pollen. Mountain cedar. Regardless of what’s causing your allergy symptoms, the sniffling, coughing, sneezing and itching are a major downer any time of the year. Before you reach for the antihistamines, look around the house. Odds are you already have many of the tools—your appliances—that can reduce the level of allergens … Continue reading "Physicians share their allergy prevention advice"

New Survey Data Shows Growing Interest in Air Cleaners

A recent article in HomeWorld Business states that nearly 33% of consumers in their Forecast 2015 survey state that they were most likely to purchase an air cleaner in the coming months. They note that many of today’s air cleaners come equipped with a variety of high-tech features, such as multi-stage filtration technologies, and wifi … Continue reading "New Survey Data Shows Growing Interest in Air Cleaners"

Allergy Season is Coming: Are You Prepared?

The good news for the millions of Americans who suffer from allergies is that they can take action against symptoms before they start. Dust and pollen are common airborne allergens that cause these symptoms. Here are some everyday steps you can take to help you avoid them. Keep windows closed in the car and at … Continue reading "Allergy Season is Coming: Are You Prepared?"

Breathing Clean Air Made Easier with a Room Air Cleaner

An article in the Dec. 10th edition of the New York Times, titled “Want to Live Longer? Breath Clean Air,?? highlights a new study published in the journal Epidemiology that found a direct correlation between a decrease in air pollution with an increase in life expectancy. As the article notes, there are other factors which … Continue reading "Breathing Clean Air Made Easier with a Room Air Cleaner"

Shopping Ideas to Fight Indoor Air Pollutants

When planning to do your holiday shopping – both for gifts and for decorations, it’s important to consider any allergy sufferers on your list. That’s because many allergens associated with yuletide can quickly turn celebrations into sneezin’ season. Before you deck the halls with decorations, remember this: artificial trees and ornaments tend to build up … Continue reading "Shopping Ideas to Fight Indoor Air Pollutants"

How to Find an Air Cleaner that Works for You

Shopping for an air cleaner can seem overwhelming, which is why AHAM wants to help make your decision easier!  AHAM staff members Wayne Morris and Jill Notini answered some common questions in an article in House Beautiful that explains how the three most common types of air cleaners work.  This is definitely a must-read before … Continue reading "How to Find an Air Cleaner that Works for You"

Use an air cleaner to help reduce indoor allergens in your home… and other tips!

An article posted yesterday on CNN.com lists lots of helpful tips for those suffering from indoor allergies.  It is important to keep your home clean by vacuuming and dusting regularly, and reducing clutter.  You can also look for an air cleaner to help reduce the dust, pollen and tobacco smoke particles that may be floating … Continue reading "Use an air cleaner to help reduce indoor allergens in your home… and other tips!"