air pollution

In the course of writing for this blog, as well as other fitness publications to which I often contribute, I'm always on the lookout for new health ... Read More »

Are you one of the 1/3 of Americans who live in a smoggy city? Smog -- a heavy, dark fog primarily composed of ozone -- can trigger asthma symptoms, ... Read More »

That stressed out feeling that you get while sitting in traffic may be more than a reaction that being late to work. Researchers recently discovered ... Read More »

Does your city have trouble with ozone? Ozone is a pollutant that can cause respiratory problems, and if you're looking for a reason not to take ... Read More »

They say that indoor air can be significantly more polluted than outdoor air, especially in newer homes where windows and doors are tightly sealed. ... Read More »

Air pollution is bad for human health -- there is little question about that. But, when it comes to the types of air particles in smog-ridden cities ... Read More »

Live in Los Angeles or Houston? You are probably familiar with smog, otherwise known as lingering air pollution. It can be seen, ingested and can ... Read More »

Live in a city where thick, murky air pollution makes its way to your lungs every day? Hopefully not, or if you do, perhaps you're in a daily gas mask ... Read More »

Walking outside is my favorite way to exercise, so I was disturbed to read this article about athletes in Bakersfield, CA. Bakersfield sits near the ... Read More »

Newer homes are much more efficient at conserving energy, but because they keep indoor air in just as well as they keep outdoor air out, the level of ... Read More »