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(Source: www.fauxdaddydesigns.com)
“All of us face a variety of risks to our health as we go about our day-to-day lives” according to the EPA… “Some risks are simply unavoidable. And some are risks we might decide to avoid if we had the opportunity to make informed choices. Indoor air pollution is one risk that you can do something about.”
*from the E.P.A. website The Inside Story: A Guide to Indoor Air Quality
Indoor air pollution is caused by Volatile Organic Compounds or VOCs. VOCs are chemicals that evaporate easily at room temperature. VOC exposures are often associated with an odor; however, there are times when there is no detectable odor. Both can be harmful. There are thousands of different VOCs produced and used in our daily lives. VOCs are emitted by paint, carpet, household cleaners, aerosol sprays, furniture, building materials and pesticides. Recent research has implicated VOCs as a cause of many chronic health conditions like liver and kidney damage, cancer and nervous system disorders.
There are many reasons people are seeking a greener environment for their home and work place. Reducing the carbon footprint for future generations is one motivator. Some forward-thinking entrepreneurs are seeking a hearty return on their real estate investment by building green. And, chronic allergies, health concerns or medical conditions are understandable driving factors.
“My wife and I fall into the last category”, says Brooks Tucker of Faux Daddy Designs. “We were breezing through life with few worries. In 2000, God blessed us with twins. When they were around a year old, we realized that they were not reaching their developmental milestones. Soon after their second birthday, they were both diagnosed as having autism. We were devastated but dove head first into researching ways in which we could help them.”
“One of the things we discovered in our research is that people with autism have extremely low levels of glutathione. This is the body’s most powerful antioxidant. It helps the body filter any heavy metal, chemical or toxic exposures. Individuals with autism are found to have evidence of toxicity, oxidative stress and neuroinflamation caused by these exposures. We are addressing these issues with our children medically and have seen great improvements. We decided to also make some lifestyle changes to reduce the toxic exposures in our household to help ensure a healthier outcome for our children.