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There are plenty of things you may be doing to improve your health, such as eating right and exercising. But what do you do about the factors that you can’t control?
Air pollution is a recognized contributor to some serious health conditions. Considering it’s “Air Quality Awareness Week”, it’s fitting to discuss the various ways you can improve your health through the air you breathe.
Air pollution—especially particle pollution—is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, heart attacks and strokes. New research is even linking it to an increased risk of cognitive impairment! Where you live and what you breathe have a major impact on your health.
Although you can’t control the air outdoors, there are a few steps you can take to improve the quality of the air you breathe.