Fresh, clean, outdoor air is “alive” with a combination of both positively and negatively charged oxygen atoms. The average adult breathes in about 20 cubic meters, or 20,000 liters of air a day! Indoor air that is reticulated through air conditioning and heating systems becomes polarized, containing only positively charged ions. Indoor air pollution from carpeting, paint, upholstery, wallpaper, ceiling tiles, and hundreds of other synthetic products, release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) such as formaldehyde and benzene into the air making it even more unhealthy.

Fresh air refreshes the cells, lowers body temperature, improves lung functioning, improves the sense of well-being and kills bacteria and viruses in the air. High concentrations of negative ions are essential for high energy and a positive mood. In nature, negative ions are generated by tumbling water, like the ocean surf and waterfalls and though electrical thunder and lightening storms.

But most of us live in the cities and we should be especially concerned, since we are exposed to a greater amount of pollutants coming from automobile traffic, commercial, industrial and manufacturing facilities, as well as other sources.

Air pollutants can cause a variety of health problems – including breathing problems; asthma; reduced lung function; lung damage; bronchitis; cancer; and brain and nervous system damage. Air pollution can also irritate the eyes, nose and throat, and reduce resistance to colds and other illnesses. Air pollution can be especially harmful to the very young, the very old, and those with certain preexisting medical conditions.

There are some things you can do to improve your I.A.Q.

• Take breaks outside in the fresh air whenever possible, and open windows whenever it is practical to do so.
• Have indoor plants throughout your house and in your workplace. NASA scientists have discovered that many houseplants are able to extract volatile organic chemicals from the air thus filtering out toxins as well as providing a constant source of oxygen.
• Installing a decorative indoor waterfall will generate some negatively charged ions that will help to purify and recharge the air.

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