It is no secret that air pollution is becoming a bigger problem as time progresses. This growing environmental hazard is far more common in places like major cities and metropolitan areas. It affects the day-to-day lives of thousands of people in many ways, most importantly regarding their health. Studies find that people breathe unclean air…
As many people know, clean and safe drinking water is vital to our survival, given that water makes up around 70% of our body composition and is a key requirement for many bodily functions. Anything less than that may contain some contaminant or other that could land us a trip to the hospital. Nowadays, there…
High blood pressure is a widely known health condition that needs no introduction. People as young as 25 are already at risk of this silent killer, aptly named because it can lead to more severe health issues such as stroke, heart failure and heart attack, aneurysm, and more. Since an unhealthy lifestyle mainly causes high…
Air purifiers can positively affect your daily mood and freshen stale air, lowering the risk of health problems from indoor contaminants, which can cause respiratory infections, neurological disorders, or exacerbate asthmatic symptoms. Good air purifiers remove various indoor air contaminants, preserving our health. It works by sucking in the air using an internal fan system,…
The subject of microplastics has been making waves recently as recent discoveries have detected their presence in the oceans, air, and even the human body. Before diving into why this is such a big issue, we must first understand what microplastics are and the threat they pose. What Are Microplastics and Their Risks? Microplastics are…
According to a CNBC article, the “hygiene hypothesis” theory aims to explain why an increasing number of people are developing allergies. It postulates that modern society’s obsession with hygiene and cleanliness, especially those of developed nations, has led to their children becoming increasingly vulnerable to infectious agents due to their significant lack of exposure. This…
Given how water plays a huge and vital role in our bodily functions, it is only necessary for our drinking water to be clean in all aspects and come without any unpleasant odours or colours. Unfortunately, not everyone has access to this essential resource, so science has come up with the best methods to obtain…
As many have now come to realise, the air we breathe can have a significant impact on our health and well-being. For those that have taken a vacation in faraway remote areas free of the hustle and bustle of the city and its air pollution, one can clearly discern that the air there feels much…
Water is used in many applications of everyday life, including cooking. It plays a vital role in the kitchen and cooking in general, from washing produce to using it as an ingredient for various foods (and drinks). However, did you know that the water used in cooking may prevent you from whipping up the perfect…
Water is used in many ways throughout our days, from bathing to cleaning and drinking. Daily life would become highly inconvenient without a direct water source, also known as tap water. In many countries, tap water is mainly drinkable and safe for consumption. However, chlorine is usually added to keep the water clean when travelling…
