The Millstone Times April 2020

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Two Tips For A Much Healthier Home By La ren Kowlacki

1. Control Dust House dust aggravates allergies and contains more hazardous chemicals than you might think, including lead, fire retardants, pesticides, and other chemicals. The best solutions are to replace wall-to-wall carpeting (a collector for dust and allergens) with wood, cork, tile, or non-vinyl linoleum. But if that’s not economically feasible, a deep cleaning with old fashioned elbow grease will help. Make sure to vacuum frequently and meticulously getting into corners, along the floorboards, and moving furniture to get all dust and particles. It is important that your vacuum has strong suction and a HEPA filter. Vacuum at least two times each week and clean the vacuum bag and filter with every use, 2. Be careful of plastics that you use

The safety of bisphenol A, a chemical found in polycarbonate plastics, is still being debated. These plastics are used in some water bottles and baby bottles. Bisphenol A is also used in epoxy resins that line metal products like canned foods. The FDA and the American Chemistry Council say bisphenol A is safe for use. However, another government report -- the National Toxicology Report -- found concern about possible effects on the brain, prostate, infants and children. Choose water and baby bottles with either tempered glass or plastic made of plastics like polyethylene or polypropylene (recycling symbols 1, 2 or 5) are generally safe. Avoid those marked with a "7" or "PC."Don't microwave plastic food containers or with plastic wrap because heat can break down plastic fibers and eat fewer canned foods.

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