Allergens, dust, and humidity impact indoor air quality. Simple adjustments can help purify living spaces.

**Leave shoes at the door**

Shoes track in dirt, pollen, and harmful substances, contributing to indoor air pollution. Keeping shoes outside helps maintain a cleaner home.

**Regularly groom pets**

Pet dander causes respiratory health issues: allergies, exacerbated asthma, and allergic rhinitis, irritating airways. Inhaling dander can lead to sneezing, runny nose, coughing, shortness of breath, and wheezing. Regular brushing and bathing reduce shedding and airborne particles in living spaces.

**Use an air purifier**

Air purifiers remove dust, allergens, smoke, and pollutants, reducing allergies and creating a healthier living environment. Households can use air quality monitors to check for PM 2,5, carbon monoxide, and chemicals.

Beeswax candles help purify indoor air. Photo created by AI.

**Utilize beeswax candles**

Beeswax candles naturally purify air by releasing negative ions, reducing dust and allergens. They burn cleanly with minimal smoke, offering a gentle honey scent that promotes relaxation and better sleep.

**Opt for chemical-free cleaning products**

Harsh chemical cleaning products release toxic fumes, impacting indoor air. Switching to natural, chemical-free cleaners reduces toxin exposure, improves inhaled air quality, and protects respiratory health.

**Maintain a clean home**

Regular house cleaning removes unwanted indoor dust. Decorating with succulents like aloe vera, peace lilies, and snake plants can also purify the air.

Tobacco smoke lingers on objects (carpets, curtains, sofas) and surfaces, releasing thousands of toxic chemicals that increase the risk of respiratory diseases (asthma, pneumonia), cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Avoid smoking indoors and clean walls, floors, ceilings, and other surfaces to remove residual smoke.

By Le Nguyen (Based on Times of India, Healthline)