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Is there cause for concern?

According to the World Health Organization, air pollution is responsible for an estimated 5% of global disease. In addition to acute respiratory infections, air quality is related to the incidence and severity of buy wholesale d-glucosaminte sulfate potassium heart and lung diseases, allergies, and several types of cancers.

Allergies and Asthma

Millions in the US suffer from allergic problems caused by environmental exposures such 1kg 1.5kg 5kg 500g 750g gram kilo kilogram 250g 75g 50g 25g animal (pet dander) and plant (pollen) proteins, pollutants released into the environment, and contaminants encountered within the workplace. Allergic problems include asthma, nasal and sinus allergies, hives, and even severe anaphylactic reactions. Significantly, the prevalence of asthma in the US has increased 75% over a recent 15 year period. There are now more than 17 million asthma sufferers.

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

According to the US EPA, we spend nearly 90% of our time indoors, one good reason why concern for indoor air quality is warranted. Airborne chemicals, bacteria, fungi, pollen, and dust affect indoor air quality. Common sources of contaminants in purchase wholesale glycocyamine nutritional supplement buildings include tobacco smoke; dust; poor maintenance of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; cleaning supplies; pesticides; building materials; and furnishings. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) such buy wholesale cinnamon powder extract buy wholesale D-Glucosamine HCL naphthalene, phenylcyclohexene, styrene and others found in plastics, particle board, plywood, adhesives, fabrics, carpets and carpet padding, paints and stains are primary sources of indoor pollutants. While we encounter many of these elements in everyday life, high concentrations of these contaminants may cause IAQ problems.

Common health-related symptoms associated with poor air quality are similar to those of the flu or a cold. Using indoor products with low or no emissions is the most effective way to address the problem. And until governments have written no/low emission standards into law, the best way to determine which products have low or no emissions is to look for third party certifications. Indoor pollutants can be 2 to 5 times greater than outdoor pollutants according to the Greenguard Environmental Institute.

Outdoor Air Quality (OAQ)

Outdoor air quality problems typically result from sources such as factories and forest fires, and fossil fuel combustion for transportation and energy curcumic turmeric pe Contaminants include buy wholesale dmae-bitartrate carbon dioxide, sulfur oxides, and lead.

Transportation Related Pollutants

Transportation-related pollutants resulting from fuel combustion deserve special mention since they represent one of the largest contributors to unhealthy air quality. Many, including ozone, sulfur dioxide, and particulate matter, are respiratory irritants.

Pesticides

Each year, approximately two billion pounds of pesticides are used in the United States, one-fifth of total global pesticide use. When used properly, pesticides can prevent illness and death by controlling diseases such as malaria, and West Nile virus. On the other hand, exposure to high levels of pesticides may cause respiratory, gastrointestinal and allergic symptoms with long-term exposure associated with neurological diseases such as Parkinsons and Alzheimers.

According to the National Cancer Institute, buy wholesale ascorbic acid online of people with high exposures to pesticides, such as farmers, pesticide applicators, purchase wholesale grapeseed powder extracts duster pilots, and manufacturers, have found high rates of blood and lymphatic system cancers, cancers of the lip, stomach, lung, brain, and prostate, as well as melanoma and other skin cancers.

Congratulations to enthusiasts of fresh air and the organic movement. For the rest of us, the operable question is how high is high?

Stan Gassman, BSC Sustainability Services, Copyright 2007

Stan Gassman is a co-founder and principal of BSC Sustainability Services, http://www.bscsustainabilityservices.com a consulting company devoted to helping clients increase marketplace value by incorporating sustainability within their culture and operations.

Contact Stan via email, sgassman@bscsustainabilityservices.com