Mold can be truly sickening, especially if you have a respiratory illness like Asthma. A healthy home is essential to a healthy lifestyle, so courtesy of Everyday Health, here are some ways to keep mold out of your home:

• Make sure to dry hard surfaces thoroughly after cleaning them
• If absorbent materials have mold (think carpets and fabrics), you should replace them
• Fix leaky plumbing
• Keep drip pans in the air conditioner, fridge and dehumidifier clean
• Use the exhaust fans in your bathroom and kitchen when showering, cooking or using the dishwasher
• Vent your dryer outside

How do you keep your home mold-free?