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		<title>Let&#8217;s Talk About Air Purifiers</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:28:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[There is a good chance that you have heard of an air purifier before.  However, even though you may have heard of air purifiers before, you may not know exactly what they are or what they do.  This is not uncommon - many people think they know what air purifiers are and how [...]<p><a href="http://sharethis.com/item?&#038;wp=2.6&#38;publisher=&#38;title=Let%26%238217%3Bs+Talk+About+Air+Purifiers&#38;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cleanairplease.com%2Fcleanair%2Fair-purifiers%2Flets-talk-about-air-purifiers-12.php">ShareThis</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is a good chance that you have heard of an air purifier before.  However, even though you may have heard of air purifiers before, you may not know exactly what they are or what they do.  This is not uncommon - many people think they know what air purifiers are and how they work, but find they are at a loss for words when trying to explain to others. Air purifiers can greatly benefit you, your home, and your working environment, but before the benefits can be understood, you must familiarize yourself with the basics of air purifiers.</p>
<p>Air purifiers, also commonly referred to as air cleaners, are electronic devices. The goal of these electronic devices is to clean the air.  This is done by eliminating harmful air contaminants.  Air contaminant is another word that is used to describe air particles. No matter what they are called, they could be harmful to your health or to those who visit your home.  That is why it is recommended that all homes have an air purifier in them.</p>
<p>There is a large number of consumers who should to have an air purifier in their home.  These individuals may be those who have pets or who have in-house smokers.  It has been said, and actually proven in multiple studies, that pets and cigarette smoke causes unhealthy air particles to form. With an air purifier, those particles will either be completely eliminated or dramatically reduced.</p>
<p>In addition to those who have a house with pets or a cigarette smoker, it is also advised that those with allergies purchase an air purifier for their home.  Air purifiers work to eliminate common dust particles, which is a common cause for allergies.  As previously mentioned, air purifiers are also recommended for those with pets. In addition to keeping your home&#8217;s air clean, an air purifier may also help to reduce an allergic reaction to pets or pet hair.</p>
<p>Air purifiers work in many various ways.  This is because many air purifiers are produced by different manufacturers.  Each of those manufacturers is likely to develop their own product in their own way. Despite these differences, there are a number of different air purifiers that use ionizers and filters.  These filters often filter out harmful air purifiers by preventing them to pass through the system. Essentially, this means that only safe, clean, and breathable air is allowed to pass through.</p>
<p>Research carefully when looking to buy an air purifier.  You will find that many air purifiers claim to be the best, but very few are. Although you may wish to purchase a low-cost air purifier, you are advised to be cautious when doing so. Many cheaper air purifiers are low-performing and the high-performing ones may need to have their filters replaced every few months.  If this is the case, you will want to check the cost of replacement filters; in some cases the filters may end up costing more than the machine originally did.</p>
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		<title>Air Purifiers - How An Air Purifier Works</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:18:37 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is a good chance that you have heard of an air purifier before.  However, even though you may have heard of air purifiers before, you may not know exactly what they are or what they do.  This is not uncommon - many people think they know what air purifiers are and how they work, but find they are at a loss for words when trying to explain to others. Air purifiers can greatly benefit you, your home, and your working environment, but before the benefits can be understood, you must familiarize yourself with the basics of air purifiers.</p>
<p>Air purifiers, also referred to as air cleaners, are electronic devices. The over-all goal of these electronic devices is to clean the air in your home or working environment.  This is done by eliminating harmful contaminants from the air that surrounds you.  Air contaminant is another word that is used to describe air particles. No matter what they are called, they could be harmful to your health or to those who visit your home. For this reason, it is recommended that all homes have an air purifier in them.</p>
<p>There are a fairly large number of individuals who are advised to have air purifiers.  These individuals may be those who have pets or who have in-house smokers.  It has been said, and actually proven in multiple studies, that pets and cigarette smoke causes unhealthy air particles to form. With an air purifier, those particles will either be completely eliminated or reduced.</p>
<p>Along with those that have a house with pets or a cigarette smoker, it is also highly-recommended that those with allergies purchase an air purifier for their home.  Air purifiers work to eliminate common dust particles, which is a common cause for allergies.  As previously mentioned, air purifiers are also recommended for those with pets. In addition to keeping your home&#8217;s air clean, an air purifier may also help to reduce an allergic reaction to pets or pet hair.</p>
<p>Air purifiers work in many various ways.  This is because many air purifiers are produced by different manufacturers.  Each of those manufacturers is likely to develop their own product in their own way. Despite these differences, there are a number of different air purifiers that use ionizers and filters.  These filters often filter out harmful air purifiers by preventing them to pass through the system. Essentially, this means that only safe, clean, and breathable air is allowed to pass through.</p>
<p>Put aside some time to completely research carefully before purchasing an air purifier.  You will find that many air purifiers claim to be the best on the market, but very few actually are. Although you may wish to purchase a low-cost air purifier system, you are advised to use caution when doing so. Many cheaper air purifiers are low-performing and the high-performing ones may need to have their filters replaced every few months.  Be sure to check the cost of replacement air  filters; in some cases the filters may end up costing much more than the air purifier originally did.</p>
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		<title>Seeking Natural Cures for Asthma</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2008 16:19:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Robert</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[People who suffer from chronic and seasonal allergies are choosing natural cures in the quest to gain relief from these conditions. They are finding these natural allergy remedies safe for their bodies. It is commonly believed that consumption of any medication for long term is harmful for human body. Since, natural cure for asthma has [...]<p><a href="http://sharethis.com/item?&#038;wp=2.6&#38;publisher=&#38;title=Seeking+Natural+Cures+for+Asthma&#38;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cleanairplease.com%2Fcleanair%2Fasthma%2Fasthma-natural-cures-10.php">ShareThis</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>People who suffer from chronic and seasonal allergies are choosing natural cures in the quest to gain relief from these conditions. They are finding these natural allergy remedies safe for their bodies. It is commonly believed that consumption of any medication for long term is harmful for human body. Since, natural cure for asthma has a little or no side effects; it is becoming the preferable choice of sufferers. At the same time, natural cure for asthma that is concerned with allergens in the environment is being considered highly effective. However, there is a lot that needs to be done in the field of natural cure therapies, but still a balanced approach to them results in the over-all improvement of health. </p>
<p>Various conditions can be associated with allergies; response of bodies to allergens<br />
present in the environment. Allergy relief provided in natural cure proves helpful in<br />
reducing the symptoms related to allergic reactions. The extremeness of symptoms varies<br />
according to the level at which someone is allergic. Generally found allergens like dust,<br />
pollution or pollen prominently affects the areas of the body part that breathes. The<br />
consequences will be sneezing, a runny nose, itchy eyes and irritation in the throat. All<br />
these ensure that your body is experiencing harmful substance in the air. No doubt that<br />
asthma is a commonly find disease, but at times it might prove deadly. That is why;<br />
finding a natural cure for asthma at time along with proper medical treatment may prove<br />
helpful in preventing a traumatic asthma attack.</p>
<p><strong>Get an Air Purifier?</strong></p>
<p>One avenue of attack is to alter the indoor environment to rid it of allergens and pollutants that contribute to the manifestation of asthma and allergies. To do so, it&#8217;s well to invest in a <a href="http://www.cleanairplease.com">good air purifier</a> and, in particular, one with a HEPA filter. This will go a long way toward making life more bearable for the asthma or allergy sufferer. </p>
<p>Histamine is produced by the human body. It is used by the immune system to clear off<br />
any substances that may prove harmful to your body. It is the natural body process that<br />
eliminates all the unknown substances or safeguarding the body against any kind of<br />
invasion. At this point, natural cure provides aid to the body so as to discover the balance in the immune system and enables it to combat unknown substances properly.               </p>
<p>Number of natural cures is being used for not only asthma but also for various allergies.<br />
These natural cures can be effectively used to keep a check and control over seasonal<br />
allergies, asthma and other skin reactions. However, there is no denying to the fact that<br />
natural cure is beneficial but one must keep it in mind that before opting for any type of<br />
natural treatment, one must take the advice of a professional medical person.</p>
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		<title>The Facts About Asthma Allergies</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2008 17:08:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Robert</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[In considering whether to get an air purifier for a sufferer of ashtma allergies, it&#8217;s well to gain an understanding about this condition. 
Though allergies and asthma are two separate conditions, yet both are related. People
suffering from allergies especially with those that affect their nose and eye are prone to
have asthma. Children whose parents suffer [...]<p><a href="http://sharethis.com/item?&#038;wp=2.6&#38;publisher=&#38;title=The+Facts+About+Asthma+Allergies&#38;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cleanairplease.com%2Fcleanair%2Fasthma%2Fasthma-allergies-facts-9.php">ShareThis</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In considering whether to get an <a href="http://www.cleanairplease.com">air purifier</a> for a sufferer of ashtma allergies, it&#8217;s well to gain an understanding about this condition. </p>
<p>Though allergies and asthma are two separate conditions, yet both are related. People<br />
suffering from allergies especially with those that affect their nose and eye are prone to<br />
have asthma. Children whose parents suffer from asthma are also likely to suffer from<br />
asthma allergies, as they will inherit the tendency to develop these conditions.  </p>
<p>There are a huge number of people suffering from asthma all over the world. A huge<br />
percent among these people suffer from asthma allergies, but they are not aware of it. To<br />
keep a hold over asthma, patients suffering from this disease must be aware of the fact<br />
whether their asthma attacks are aggravated or they are due to allergens in the<br />
environment.  </p>
<p>If the cause of your asthma is not asthma allergies, then it may get severe due to<br />
strenuous exercise, stress, worry and many other triggers other than allergens. On the<br />
other hand, allergic asthma is always set off only when you come into the contact with<br />
allergens, changes in weather, sinus or viral infections.   </p>
<p>People who have allergic asthma, the attack of asthma will be a more severe reaction to<br />
an allergen. Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies are released by the bodies of people<br />
having asthma allergies whenever, they come in contact with any kind of allergen like<br />
mold spores, dust or pollen. If you are suffering form allergic only, then the release of<br />
IgE will cause you to have a runny nose, sneezing and watery eyes. However, if it is an<br />
allergic asthma, then the release of IgE will increases the inflammation of airways,<br />
coughing and wheezing. You are likely to have a full-blown asthma attack.  </p>
<p>Asthma allergies can be substances like dust or pollen; these substances are identified by<br />
the antibody of the IgE type and are attached to the allergen, when the body gets exposed<br />
to it. If it takes place, then a process in the body begins, which leads to the release of<br />
some definite substances in the body. One such substance is histamine that is responsible<br />
for causing allergic symptoms.  </p>
<p>To identify possible asthma allergies, you should consult your doctor. It may be other<br />
things besides allergens like cold air or tobacco smoke. You can also get allergy tests<br />
done from an allergist. On finding the asthma allergies, one should avoid these allergens<br />
besides having prescribed medications or allergy shots. </p>
<p>The best treatment for asthma allergies is prevention and they must take the help from an<br />
allergist or immunologist. It is important that they are aware of the cause of asthma; then<br />
only they will be able to keep control over it. And, one measure in adhieving control and prevention is to use an air purifier in the home.</p>
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		<title>Making an Asthma Air Purifier Work for You</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:30:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Robert</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[An asthma air purifier may be, in truth, an absolute necessity for your home if you, or someone in your family, is suffering from this debilitating condition. Asthma is the leading cause of school absenteeism due to chronic illness and is the second most prevalent respiratory condition causing confinement at home for adults. Further highlighting [...]<p><a href="http://sharethis.com/item?&#038;wp=2.6&#38;publisher=&#38;title=Making+an+Asthma+Air+Purifier+Work+for+You&#38;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cleanairplease.com%2Fcleanair%2Fasthma%2Fasthma-air-purifier-8.php">ShareThis</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An asthma air purifier may be, in truth, an absolute necessity for your home if you, or someone in your family, is suffering from this debilitating condition. Asthma is the leading cause of school absenteeism due to chronic illness and is the second most prevalent respiratory condition causing confinement at home for adults. Further highlighting the seriousness of this disease, each year, asthma causes more than 18 million days of restricted activity, and millions of visits to physicians&#8217; offices and emergency rooms.</p>
<p>In considering the acquisition of and asthma air purifier, there are some important things you should know. In this article, you will become acquainted with the essential facts.</p>
<p><strong>Asthma Air Purifiers - Four Steps to Take So They Really Work</strong></p>
<p>If an asthma air purifier is to be effective there are four steps to take when identifying the air purifier that will help the most. First, decide what the offending airborne triggers are for your asthma.   Second, know the micron size of the particulate(s) that cause your breathing difficulties. Third, choose a high efficiency particle arresting (HEPA) air purifier. And fourth, determine the size of the area that you need to clean. Taking these 4 steps before you start to look for an air purifier insure that your air purifier will be effective in improving your indoor air quality, thereby improving your quality of life.</p>
<p><strong>Identify the trigger(s).</strong></p>
<p>Asthma can be triggered by one specific particulate, or a combination of particulates such as dust, dust mites, pollens, mold spores, tobacco smoke, chemicals odors, pet dander, and many more to numerous to name here. Knowing which of these particulates trigger a reaction is crucial in selecting the best air purifier for your asthma. Some purifiers do really well at removing dust and dander because they are designed for particulates, but not so well with airborne chemicals and odors. Other air purifiers may be designed to remove gases and odors, but may not do as well at removing particulates.</p>
<p><strong>Know the micron size of the particulate(s) you want to remove.</strong></p>
<p>A micron is defined as one-millionth of a meter. The following list of common pollutants gives you a better idea of micron measurement. A 1 inch postage stamp is 25,400 microns, and the period at the end of this sentence is 615 microns. A human hair is 40 to 300 microns. A mold spore is 20 to 30 microns. Pollens are 10 to 1,000 microns; tobacco smoke is .01 to 1 micron. Dust mites are 100-300 microns. Pet dander is 12-100 microns. Viruses are .005-0.3 microns.</p>
<p><strong>Choose a high efficiency particle arresting (HEPA) air purifier</strong></p>
<p>HEPA air purifiers are designed 99.97% of airborne particulates down to .3 microns. So matching your particulate size to an air purifier designed to remove those size particulates is crucial. Also, determine which kind of pollutant the HEPA is best at removing. For example, if your asthma is triggered by smoke, focus on HEPA air purifiers designed to remove smoke.</p>
<p><strong>Choose an air purifier that is built to clean the square footage that you need.</strong></p>
<p>This suggestions sounds like a no-brainer.  But the best HEPA air purifier in the world will not be effective if put in a room that is bigger than it is designed to clean. So measure your space accurately, and also account for ceiling height. 700 square feet with 8 foot ceilings is a lot less square footage than 700 square feet with 12 foot ceilings.</p>
<p>Taking these four steps will put you well on your way to finding an air purifier that really helps with your asthma.</p>
<p>Author, Debbie Davis, is President of <a target="_BLANK" href="http://www.PurerAir.com">PurerAir.com</a> which offers Austin Air HEPA air purifiers for the improvement of indoor air quality. Click on the following link to see the <a target="_BLANK" href="http://purerair.com/healthmate_jr_hega.html">Austin Air JR HEGA HEPA Air Purifier</a>.</p>
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		<title>Indoor Air Pollutants and Air Purifiers Today</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2008 22:45:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Air purifier technology is evolving in response to alarming increases in asthma and allergies caused polluted air in the home. Indoor air pollution has its largest impact on very young children, women, and the infirm, because these groups spend much of their time indoors. Indoor air is a complex mix of chemicals, allergens and particles [...]<p><a href="http://sharethis.com/item?&#038;wp=2.6&#38;publisher=&#38;title=Indoor+Air+Pollutants+and+Air+Purifiers+Today&#38;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cleanairplease.com%2Fcleanair%2Fair-purifiers%2Findoor-air-pollution-7.php">ShareThis</a></p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Air purifier technology is evolving in response to alarming increases in asthma and allergies caused polluted air in the home. Indoor air pollution has its largest impact on very young children, women, and the infirm, because these groups spend much of their time indoors. Indoor air is a complex mix of chemicals, allergens and particles that react in ways that could potentially harm human health.</p>
<p>While measuring the primary chemical emissions from products begins to address some of these issues, it still does not adequately predict all of the chemicals that might be present in indoor environments. Indoor air is easier to control with air filters than outdoor air. A few common asthma and allergy triggers found in the home are from pets, cockroaches, dust mites, strong odors and fumes, wood smoke, tobacco smoke, hot or cold air and indoor molds.</p>
<p>The following article provides information about the current state of air purifier technology and their availability.</p>
<p><strong>Air Purifier Technology For Your Home</strong></p>
<p>Air purifiers are used to clean the air in homes, offices, and other closed spaces. People who suffer from allergies tend to use air purifiers because of the health benefits they afford, especially for asthmatics. The general public is turning toward the use of air purifiers as well, simply because of the health benefits associated with breathing cleaner air.</p>
<p>People spend most of their day inside, which is why the quality of indoor air is so important. On top of this fact, rooms are tightly sealed and don&#8217;t allow enough air to flow freely. Studies have shown that indoor air quality is actually much worse than the air outside!</p>
<p>There are several types of pollutants that contribute to poor indoor air quality. Air purifiers have been designed to target dust, mold, spores, pollen, pet dander, and cigarette smoke. If you want to improve your overall health and well-being, installing a modern air purifier is probably a good idea.</p>
<p>A decent air purifier is not difficult to find. In fact, a large number of companies manufacture air cleaners and have a wide variety of models available for purchase. Of course, if you buy a higher quality air cleaner, it will do a much better job of cleaning the air. Quality air cleaners keep harmful elements, such as dust and bacteria, out of the air and eradicate any allergens that may be affecting you.</p>
<p>At first the cost of an air purifier may discourage you from making the purchase, but many people decide to make the investment in an air purifier in order to benefit from the positive long-term effects of having one installed in their home. The list of air purifiers on the market is a long one, so you will have a lot of choice when it comes time to purchase an air cleaner.</p>
<p>Read through air purifier reviews before making a final decision, so you can get to know what types of air cleaners are out there. Air purifier reviews are an excellent source of information. Also, you may want to make a few considerations before deciding to buy an air cleaner. For instance, what is the purpose of purchasing an air cleaner? Are you looking for air cleaners that will help you with allergy symptoms? How many rooms will need the use of the air cleaner?</p>
<p>Always take into account the needs of your household when deciding what air cleaners to consider. For example, an ionic breeze home air filter uses ions to purify the air, which is a great way to clean the air without making too much noise. An ionic breeze machine is one of the newer technologies to enter the market in the past few years - the ionizer is a clever component of this type of home air filter that makes it work so well. Without an ionizer, the ionic breeze device wouldn&#8217;t be able to function as efficiently.</p>
<p>In general, air purifiers for homes come in many different forms, so you have to choose the one that&#8217;s right for you, whether it be an ionic air purifier, or a HEPA filter device. HEPA filters are an advanced technology that claims to be able to remove up to 99.97% of the dust, pollen, mold, and bacteria within 0.3 microns. These filters compare quite well to ionic breeze purifiers. Ionic breeze purifiers are air purifiers for homes that many people choose over HEPA filters for the noise factor. Plus, an ionic air purifier is highly effective in small spaces.</p>
<p>To learn more about Air Purifier technologies, check out the <a target="_new" href="http://www.freeconsumerreview.com/Air-Purifiers/air_purifiers.htm">Free Consumer Review Web Site</a>.</p>
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		<title>Understanding the Asthma Air Purifier</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The need for asthma air purifiers is on the upswing because the incidence of asthma is increasing at such a steep rate, some are calling it an epidemic. In fact, as many as 6 million kids in the United States have it. Asthma is closely linked to persons suffering from some type of allergies. Most, but not all, people with asthma have allergies. Asthma is a chronic inflammatory lung disease characterized by recurrent episodes of breathlessness, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness, termed exacerbations. The severity of exacerbations can range from mild to life threatening.</p>
<p>One way of controlling asthma attacks is by using a good Asthma Air Purifier. The article that follows provides detailed information about these devices and the need to use them in the home where there is an asthma sufferer.</p>
<p><strong>Asthma Air Purifier - An Essential Tool to Reduce Attacks in Your Home</strong></p>
<p>Asthma is a prevalent modern disease that appears to be on the rise. The causes are not entirely known, but many asthmatics and parents of asthmatic children have learned some of the triggers that lead to an attack. A good asthma air purifier in the home can help reduce the level of these triggers, and thus help prevent further asthma attacks.</p>
<p>Asthma is a kind of allergic response in which the airways in the lungs become irritated and swell up, restricting airflow. It can be a very frightening experience, when getting a breath of air feels nearly impossible. Young children in particular can be traumatized by asthma attacks, because it is difficult to get them to calm down when the reaction is occurring, and calm is important in mitigating the seriousness of the attack. Unfortunately, asthma is becoming more and more common in our industrialized world.</p>
<p>Although we tend to think of our households as being safer than outside our doors, in the case of air quality indoor air can often be worse, even in urban centers. This is because not only is the air inside essentially the same as outside, there are often trapped components that help create an unhealthy atmosphere. Some of the most common triggers for asthma attacks are house dust, mold spores, pollen, and pet dander.</p>
<p>Another category which is known to trigger asthma is volatile organic compounds, or VOC&#8217;s. These are a by-product of the manufacturing process of much of our household products, including carpet, furniture, paint, lacquers, all kinds of plastics, and cleaning supplies. Sensitivity to VOC&#8217;s varies, but many people experience symptoms without being aware of what the cause is.</p>
<p>The good news for asthmatics is that controlling many of these triggers is easily possible with a good home air purifier. Because most of the triggers can be categorized as particulates, these can be filtered out of the air flow using a good HEPA filter. HEPA filters are capable of filtering particles as small as 0.3 microns, meaning it can even catch bacteria, which are generally 0.2 to 20 microns in size. A good asthma air purifier should have a pre-filter which catches larger dust and hair first, then passes the air through a second filter to grab the most minute particles.</p>
<p>It is important that the filters be changed regularly, as the filters will clog up and the amount of air that can then be passed through the filter will drop. Replacement of the filters will depend on the unit, its amount of usage, and of course the condition of the air that it is filtering. Be sure to monitor the filter, especially when first using the unit, to get an idea how often it should be changed. Many units come with a filter alert system, that reminds you when it is time to change the filter.</p>
<p>Unfortunately when it comes to VOC&#8217;s it is much more difficult to remove them from the air due to their often minute size. The good news is that VOC &#8216;off-gassing&#8217; or &#8216;out-gassing&#8217; as it is known, usually only occurs for a short period of time, when a product is new. The passage of time and regular exchanges of air (with an open window, for instance) can often reduce the problem considerably.</p>
<p>There is a new kind of system on the market called photocatalytic air purifier which uses a sophisticated ultraviolet method to create free radicals which actually breakdown VOC&#8217;s completely. The manufacturer claims for these units are outstanding, however, even with this kind of system in place, for the asthmatic it is still important to remove irritating particles from the air as well.</p>
<p>The home should be a sanctuary, but unfortunately much of our modern lifestyle comes at a price. The sharp rise in asthma-sufferers is testament to this. But at least with an asthma air purifier in place, we can make our homes healthy and comfortable for all.</p>
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