What’s secretly polluting the air inside YOUR home? spritz of perfume, cooking breakfast, a spring clean, our unique test helps reveal all

Have you ever thought about what happens to the air quality of your home when you light scented candles, cook or open windows?
Diesel smoke and smoke aside, experts are increasingly arguing that air pollution in our home could be a concern.
Stephen Holgate, professor of pharmacology at the University of Southampton, said research has shown that indoor air pollution has a significant impact on health. Holgate is an expert in the health effects of air pollution.
\'We estimate that 9,000 people die from air pollution every year in Britain, of which 40,000 die from air pollution every year, \'he said.
According to him, this is because we have 90 hours to stay indoors.
\"This usually happens in poorly ventilated homes where people are exposed to toxic air pollutants, including formaldehyde (emitted by wooden furniture, paint, certain fabrics and scented products), he added, there is also a cocktail of volatile organic compounds.
The most important source of these pollutants comes from the cooking of gases, solids
Fuel cooktop, cleaning products, paint and new furniture and furniture.
Exposure to these contaminants can lead to skin reactions, dizziness and headaches, increased allergies, worsening respiratory and heart problems.
In some extreme cases, contaminants can even damage brain function or cause cancer.
This is a worrying prospect for me to wonder what is in my home.
So I got help with Dyson pure cold air purifier (from £ 39. 99, dyson. co.
UK) record levels of pollutants, including PM10 and PM2. 5.
5. volatile organic compounds (VOCs), sulfur dioxide (NO2 )-
See the box at the top right.
So what happened when I went to my day?
The results are attractive.
Fifteen o\'clock A. M. : by shaking down the duvet and pillows to make the bed, I caused a serious surge in the air with a significantly granular level of PM10.
Should I Worry?
If this level is measured outside for a duration, it will be considered poor air quality.
Frank Kelly, professor of environmental health at King\'s College London, pointed out that most of the research focuses on outdoor air pollution, not indoor air pollution.
\"We don\'t know yet whether similar compounds found at home will have the same impact on health as those found outside, and whether one source is more harmful than the other.
But he says it seems wise to avoid excessive exposure to such pollutants.
Fraction: high content of large particles;
Other readings are normal.
Tip: Try to open a window when you make the bed to make sure the place is goodventilated. 8.
45 am: spray deodorant within seconds of using the spray, and the content of the particulate matter is emitted from the roof.
I asked Professor Kelly to explain the difference between these particle types.
Any particles above 10 microns do not enter the airway, but any particles less than 2 microns do not enter the airway.
He said that the 5 micron [like the one in deodorant] goes deep into the lungs.
Studies so far have shown exposure to high levels of pm2. 5.
5 Related to asthma, lung cancer, lung disease, heart disease and the recent deterioration of Alzheimer\'s and dementia.
\"We now think that if you are exposed to enough pollution for a long enough time, any pollution you breathe can affect any organ.
Score: The level of large and small particles soared.
Other readings are normal.
Tip: Use a solid deodorant instead of a spray instead.
Nine o\'clock A. M. : the use of hairspray can lead to the level of VOCs (this chemical is usually present in paint and solvents and is captured at the back of the throat, which can cause you a headache) in my apartment, reach the highest reading level possible.
Professor Kelly explained that very little is known about VOCs because they are traditionally more difficult to measure than particulate matter pollution.
\"We know that at high levels they cause itchy eyes, cough and chest tightness in the short term.
In the long run, as they are contaminants, the gas enters the lungs and causes inflammation.
Score: the highest level of solvent smoke.
High levels of small and large particles.
The oil fume reading is normal.
Tip: consider switching to tasteless styling products in the form of fixed putty or gel.
Ten o\'clock A. M. : open the window I live on a very busy road but, nevertheless, the level of no 2 goes up when I open the window.
In fact, the 20 highest no 2 levels the Dyson purifier collects during the day are all within half an hour of the window opening on the road.
Carbon dioxide comes from the burning of fossil fuels.
It stimulates the lungs and reduces immunity to lung infections, causing breathing, coughing, colds, flu and bronchitis.
If you are prone to asthma, it can lead to more frequent and intense attacks, especially in children. Score: Mid-
The range level of exhaust smoke.
Other readings are normal.
Tip: open a window that does not overlook the road to ventilate your home if you have a choice.
Invest in an air purifier that can remove gases such as no2.
Eleven o\'clock A. M. : the scent of candles led to a significant increase in pm2. 5 levels. 5 and PM10.
The initial blow of the race and the burning of the flame caused a surge, and with the burning of the candles, the levels of these particles remained at a high level.
As Professor Alastair Lewis of the National Atmospheric Science Center at the University of York explains, anything with a fragrance can cause problems.
Their own aroma compounds are not harmful, but almost all of them are
Whether natural or synthetic, use candles, air fresheners, deodorant or perfume --
It breaks down into particles and formaldehyde in a few hours or days, which is a potential long-term
There is irritation in the air.
Fraction: a high level of large particles and small particles.
Other readings are normal.
Tip: reduce fragrance products and update things by opening your windows (if they don\'t ignore a road. 12.
30 PM: I cook when I put some bacon in the pan.
Levels 5 and 10-10 have soared.
\"While we are not sure yet, I expect that the type of particulate contaminants you get from any cooking environment may be the most similar to the type you get outdoors, Professor Kelly said, this also comes from burning or burning.
So it is possible for them to have the same time --term effects.
Score: The level of large and small particles soared.
Other readings are normal.
Tip: Make sure you use the exhaust fan in the kitchen every time you cook. 2.
30 pm: using cleaning products although the level of particle contamination has risen when I dust and polish, it is the level of VOCs --
Volatile chemicals present in paints and solvents can cause irritation
This is a potential problem.
Only the VOCs content of hair gel and perfume (see below) is higher.
This is mainly because the cleaning products we buy now are almost full of fragrance. Score: Mid-
The range level of solvent smoke.
The low rise of large particles.
Tip: Use incense-free cleaning products instead.
Keep in mind that even a \"natural\" formula with a natural gas flavor will still result in formaldehyde content in the home.
The use of micro-fiber cloth that has been proved to be effective and clean only with water.
Four o\'clock P. M. : Apply perfume if I look at all the VOC readings of the day and take the 50 highest readings, 17 of which are my perfume spray (the rest are hair gel, and one is due to cleaning products.
) Score: high solvent smoke content.
Other readings are normal.
Tip: Always apply perfume in a well
Ventilated rooms, but some indoor plants are also considered.
Despite some controversy over how much help they can offer, lab-
According to research, plants such as Boston fern and golden caves can help remove volatile gases such as formaldehyde in the air.