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Better Sleep, Lasting Energy, and More — 4 Ways Your Air Quality is Impacting Your Health


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Most people understand that pollutants in the air, in the form of smoke, exhaust, or smog, can have negative effects on human health. However, many of us discount the role that the air in our homes can have in influencing our health. Today, you’re going to learn about four ways that your air quality is impacting your health.  

On this episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to learn how air quality influences everything from your sleep quality to your cognitive health. You’ll hear the science behind how air can affect your body weight, inflammation levels, and so much more. 

Plus, we’re going to cover the best ways to improve the air quality in your home and reduce your exposure to toxic compounds. Improving the air quality in your home is achievable with a few simple steps, and I hope this episode inspires you to put more intention into optimizing your home! Enjoy! 

In this episode you’ll discover:

  • The connection between cognition and air quality. (0:21)
  • How air quality can result in neuroinflammation. (1:50)
  • Why using an air purifier in your bedroom can improve your sleep. (2:26)
  • The influence air quality has on fatigue levels. (3:31) 
  • How air quality and mental health are connected. (4:40)
  • The shocking truth about indoor air cleanliness. (7:10)
  • What VOCs are and common household items that emit them. (9:38)
  • How air quality can affect body weight and weight circumference. (12:45)
  • The connection between air quality and inflammation. (14:42)
  • How air quality can impact human hormones. (15:08)
  • Why children are more susceptible to the health impacts of poor air quality. (20:07)
  • The benefits of opening windows in your home. (27:52)
  • Which houseplants can help filter indoor air. (49:28)
  • Items mentioned in this episode include:

    • Jaspr.co/model - Save $400 off the best Air Purifier on the market during Jaspr’s Black Friday Sale!
    • How to Avoid Toxins in Everyday Life - Watch my interview with Dr. Yvonne Burkart 

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