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Posted 13 July 2004 - 08:06 PM

Assalamu alaikum...


Remember to clean your ceiling fans if you have one...I just turned mine off (its been on non stop for a month :oops: ) and there was literally an inch of dust on the top part of the blades that u can't see...

That can't be good for anyones lungs...

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Posted 14 July 2004 - 12:00 AM

Salaam Aliekum Sister Amani,

Great point Sister~ Those not so much thought about,  little nooks and crannies where all the dust mites hide,  can certainly cause nasty lung problems.  :shock:  :?  

Shukran for the advice Sister.

I would like to add that we should also be careful to Clean/Replace A.C. filters as well,  as these can  build up mold spurs, which are very dangerous to our health. :shock:  :?

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Posted 14 July 2004 - 03:07 PM

Assalaamu Alaikum

Good points sisters.  The new place my family is moving to has both ceiling fans and central air mashaAllah.  I'll have to remember to check both of them.  I have allergies to dust so I definitely don't want any excess building up in the house.

Btw, Amani....check you PMs. 8)

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Posted 14 July 2004 - 04:21 PM

Salaam Aliekum Sisters,

While we are on the subject, I've just come across an interesting article that I want to share with you......

Keyboard Cooties
What's Inside Your Keyboard Could Make You Sick!

http://abcnews.go.com/sections/scitech/Tec...ties030326.html

Enjoy the read Sisters :shock:  biggrin.gif ~~Something I am sure most of us never even gave thought to! :shock:

Happy KeyBoard Cleaning! :shock:  :?  biggrin.gif
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Posted 15 July 2004 - 04:00 PM

Asalamu ALaikum Sisters,

I also want to add:  BEWARE OF HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS THAT COULD BE MAKING YOU SICK!!!!

I read an article and I can't remember where it is (I have it printed out somewhere) that stated that the following could be causing people to have allergy symptoms:

Laundry detergent - try using baking soda to wash clothes
Floor cleaners - try using vinegar and water
Bed sheets - use only pure cotton/jersey material, no synthetics
Furniture and clothing - the chemicals they spray to make it fire retardent are so strong they have been found in a british study to be secreted in breast milk!!!  I guess a way to help this would be to use table cloths and afghans thrown over couches, etc  to help prevent alot of direct contact to skin.
Candles, air fresheners, potpouri - try boiling lemon and orange rinds to fill the air with a smell, or dry up lemon and orange rinds and use as potpourri
Facial cleansers and lotions, etc - use organic vegetable based products (they even suggest natural concoctions to use for acne, etc).
Diapers and Sanitary pads/tampons - they do it the old fashioned way with cotton cloths (not sure if even I could do that!)
Perfumes, deodorants, body sprays - use natural oils or spices such as mint that can be rubbed onto hands and skin and deodorants that don't contain that aluminum______ (long word, can't remember)  I must say, I tried this and it worked okay, but on a hot Texas day, when you are really sweating it doesn't work as well as the bad stuff.
Toothpaste - use Tom's of Maine or another brand that does't contain saccharin or fluoride (a very deadly poison)

So many other things I can't remember.  There is a website:  www.mercola.com  They give alot of good advice on healthier living.  

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Posted 15 July 2004 - 04:28 PM

Assalamu alaikum...

Can we make this a sticky?  Many people suffer from lung problems or have children who do...that way when someone comes up with an idea Insha'allah they can post it here and keep the info in one spot...

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Posted 17 July 2004 - 02:19 PM

Salaam Aliekum Sisters,

Some interesting news to share:


Antibiotics May Be Linked to Allergies, Asthma
Mouse study showed they cause changes in immune system

--Robert Preidt

WEDNESDAY, May 25 (HealthDayNews) -- Antibiotics cause changes in gastrointestinal tract microbes and alter immune system responses, making people more sensitive to common allergens, says a University of Michigan Health System study.

The findings with laboratory mice may help explain the growing number of people with asthma, allergies and inflammatory diseases.

"We all have a unique microbial fingerprint -- a specific mix of bacteria and fungi living in our stomach and intestines," researcher Gary B. Huffnagle, an associate professor of internal medicine and of microbiology and immunology, said in a prepared statement.

"Antibiotics knock out bacteria in the gut, allowing fungi to take over temporarily until the bacteria grow back after the antibiotics are stopped. Our research indicates that altering intestinal microflora this way can lead to changes in the entire immune system, which may produce symptoms elsewhere in the body," Huffnagle said.

If confirmed in human studies, these findings could help clarify why rates of asthma, allergies and other chronic inflammatory diseases have greatly increased over the past 40 years, when there's been widespread use of antibiotics, Huffnagle said.

The study was to be presented May 26 at the American Society for Microbiology meeting in New Orleans.


More Information on Lung diseases & Allergies :
http://www.ivillagehealth.com/news/archive...,412641,00.html

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Posted 17 July 2004 - 02:30 PM

Assalamu Alaikum
That keyboard cootie article made me itch  :shock:  :shock:   :shock: YUCKY!!
Allah hafiz
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Posted 25 July 2004 - 05:40 AM

Salam alaikum, YOUR BED!
We spend many hours there!

Beds Can Cause Breathing Problems

Around 12 million people suffer from breathing problems, including asthma, and this figure is increasing each year. These conditions can be aggravated by sleeping on old beds with an accumulation of dust mite irritants.

Beds and Bedding Tips
- Keep only one bed in the bedroom
- Encase box springs in a zippered dust-proof or allergen-proof cover
- If a second bed must be in the room, prepare it in the same manner

Washing Tips
- Use only washable materials on the bed
- Sheets, blankets, and other bed clothes should be washed frequently in water that is at least 130 degrees Fahrenheit
- Lower temperatures will not kill dust mites
- If you set your hot water temperature lower (commonly done to prevent children from scalding themselves), wash items at a laundromat which uses high wash temperatures

Mattress Pad Tips
- Use a synthetic mattress pad and pillow like latex, memory foam, or dacron
- Avoid fuzzy wool blankets or feather-stuffed comforters and mattress pads
    Click here to view our foam pillows and mattress toppers

Asthma Facts
- Asthma is the most common chronic disease of children
- Approximately 17 million people in the U.S. suffer from asthma
- An estimated 4.8 million children under the age of 18 suffer from asthma
- One of the main triggers for Asthma is the house dust mite
- The bed is one of the house dust mite's favorite hiding places

Buy Allergy free pillows and cover your mattresses with foam (allergy free also)  Wash your sheets frequently.
Tapping Into a Natural Resource
Derived from the have brasiliensis, or the rubber tree, latex is the most naturally durable cushioning material available. Latex is harvested in much the same way as maple syrup from the maple tree. The milky white latex is converted into a mattress or pillow in special molds and undergoes four rinsing processes to eliminate odors.

Health Benefits
Latex is antimicrobial and dust mite resistant, making it perfect for pulmonary allergy sufferers. It's ecologically-friendly and has no chemical properties or detrimental impacts to the environment.


Additional Benefits
Designed for breathability with an open-cell structure and special "pin core" construction, latex allows for ventilation of body heat. It also keeps moisture from building up next to your body.

Unique Tri-Zone Core
By gently conforming to every contour of the body, our specially designed tri-zone latex core provides superior back support and outstanding pressure relief, reducing tossing and turning. The tri-zone core also retains its firmness level, regardless of room temperature, naturally providing the deeper, more regenerative night's sleep that your body needs.
http://www.abed.com/latex.html

ALSO Wash your shower curtain once a week!!!

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Posted 28 July 2004 - 11:56 AM

Salaam Aliekum!

I have read a website how sounds intresting but I don`t know if that are thruth but that I know...is that the sciences find more and more about vitamines and what they can do for the body smile.gif So because of that I want to post this article and then you can do up your on mind. :wink: I know you Sisters have more knowledge about this subject then me


Allergies

Allergy symptoms occur when your body's immune system overreacts to substances in your environment, such as cat dander, dust, or pollen, and starts fighting them as if they were bacteria or viruses by releasing a biochemical called histamine.

You can blame mom and dad for the fact that you're allergic; the tendency is inherited. But some doctors believe that a healthy diet and certain nutritional supplements can balance your immune system, keeping it strong but not overreactive.

With that in mind, here are particulars on the nutrients that may be helpful in fighting allergies.

Prescription for Healing
For the best allergy-alleviating action, add these nutrients to your balanced diet.*

Nutrient: Magnesium
Daily amount: (see below)
Nutrient: Vitamin C
Daily amount: 100-500 mg
* plus a multivitamin/mineral supplement containing 100% of the Daily Value for most nutrients.

Magnesium may ease breathing. This mineral helps relieve constricted airways in the lungs. One study found that lab animals severely deficient in magnesium had higher blood levels of histamine when exposed to allergens than animals getting enough magnesium. If you are going to add a magnesium supplement to your diet, make sure the amount in your multi and additional supplement of magnesium do not exceed 350 mg combined.

Vitamin C stops histamine. Studies have shown that high levels of vitamin C help reduce histamine release and make histamine break down faster once it is released. Other studies have shown that vitamin C deficiency can send blood levels of histamine soaring.

Bioflavonoids help too. These chemical compounds, which are closely related to vitamin C, may help reduce the body's release of symptom-producing histamine. The chemical structure of bioflavonoids is similar to that of a drug used in asthma inhalers. Experts recommend eating bioflavonoid-rich foods such as citrus fruits, cherries, dark grapes, broccoli, and red and green peppers, and drinking herbal teas.

MEDICAL ALERT

If you have heart disease or kidney problems, check with your doctor before taking magnesium supplements. Doses of magnesium exceeding
350 mg a day may cause diarrhea.

Doses of vitamin C exceeding 2,000 mg a day can cause diarrhea.


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Posted 03 August 2004 - 02:08 PM

Salaam Aliekum!

One of my health newsletter talked about asthma this week so I post some of it :wink:

:arrow: Wheezing? Check Your Inhaler
by Alisa Bauman

The drug albuterol, which is delivered via an asthma inhaler, should relax and open airways. Yet many regular users discover that it eventually constricts airways instead.

Now new research from a University of Pittsburgh lab reveals that frequent inhaler use could allow levels of an inert form of albuterol, long considered harmless, to build in the body and tighten airway muscles in sensitive people. The fix? Ask your doctor about preventive asthma medications that can reduce your need for albuterol.


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Posted 11 September 2004 - 12:21 PM

Assalamu alaikum...

MOLD SPORES...

Common places for mold spores that need to be cleaned regularly....

Underside of toliet tank..
the hose providing water to your toliet..
shower curtains..
underside of soap dishes..
underside of refrigerator (esp. older models)
around the edges of sinks (where the grout is...esp. sinks that have been there awhile)..


A mixture of vinegar and water is supposed to help prevent mold spores from growing but must be used regularly...

If you steam your carpets...do it on a day when you can open windows and let a good breeze come in and use fans to help dry the carpets quicker...the longer the carpet stays wet...the more likely it is to produce mold and mildew...then everytime you walk you are releasing it into the air.

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Posted 13 September 2004 - 10:42 AM

Salaam Aliekum!

I have read a website (ivillage) about this subject again.
It`s say something how you can clean you home.

Dust Mites & the Family Pet: Coping with Allergies at Home   by Karen Baar

Your home is your castle, but it can also be home to many of the things that trigger your allergies. It’s not always possible to rid your house of all of the things that cause you to sneeze and wheeze. Still, there are a number of steps that experts recommend for reducing and even eliminating allergens in the home.

:arrow: Dust and Dust Mites
Dust often contains many allergens -- molds, fibers, animal dander, even human skin cells. It also contains dust mites -- tiny insects that live wherever you find dust. Their favorite places are in bedding, upholstered furniture and carpets -- in your house and everyone else's -- where they feed on the skin cells we shed. To beat them:
- Buy an airtight mattress and pillow covers. Buy a new pillow every year.
- Wash your pillows and sheets in hot water (at least 130 degrees F) once a week.
- Don't sleep or rest on upholstered or stuffed furniture.
- Use a damp cloth to wipe away dust on furniture as soon as possible. If you have asthma, have someone else vacuum or dust.
- Use a vacuum filter. Vacuuming can contribute to the amount of dust in your home unless your vacuum cleaner is equipped with a special high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter. This type of vacuum cleaner is expensive but well worth the money if dust triggers your allergies.
- Remove carpets from your bedroom. Although shag carpets are the worst type for the dust-sensitive person, all carpets trap dust and make dust control impossible.
- If your child has asthma, limit the number of stuffed animals in his or her bedroom and wash them once a week.
- Keep humidity low. Dust mites and other allergens like warm, humid environments. Ideally, keep the humidity in your room at less than 50 percent. You can track humidity with an instrument called a hygrometer or humidistat, available at specialty stores or through catalogs that specialize in wind and weather equipment. You may want to buy a dehumidifier.
- Use shades rather than venetian blinds on the windows because they do not trap dust. Wash curtains periodically in hot water to kill dust mites.

:arrow: Indoor Mold
Like dust mites, mold tends to collect wherever it is warm and humid. Kitchens, bathrooms and basements are problem areas. Remember to:
- Clean these rooms often.
- Make sure there is good air circulation. You may need a dehumidifier, especially in the basement. Be sure to empty and clean your dehumidifier regularly according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Look for leaks where moisture might build up. Plug them up.
- Check your plants for mold. You may need to move plants outside.
- Use air conditioners inside your home or car. This can prevent pollen and mold allergens from entering. Air-filtering devices made with fiberglass or electrically charged plates may help reduce allergens produced in your home. Before buying a filtering device, it is wise to rent one and use it in a closed room (the bedroom, for instance) for a month or two to see whether allergy symptoms diminish.

:arrow: Pets
Allergies to animals can take two years or more to develop and may not go away until six months or more after you end contact with the animal. Your pet's allergens are in its hair, dander, saliva and droppings. Cats win the prize for producing the most allergic reactions.
Some solutions:
-If your allergy is severe, consider giving your pet away. It's not the easiest option -- but it may be the healthiest. A compromise is to keep your pet outside the house at all times.
- Keep pets out of bedrooms.
- Wash your pet once a week. If you have a cat, ask your veterinarian how to bathe it. Brush all pets frequently.
- Remove carpets or upholstered furniture where possible. Don't let pets sit on sofas or chairs.
- Allergens can also stay in household air for months after an animal has been removed. Before you move into a new house or apartment, check with the landlord or previous owner to find out if furry pets have lived there previously.

Other Steps
In addition to allergy-proofing your home, remember that chemicals and other irritants can make your allergy symptoms worse. Avoid these as much as possible. For example, people with pollen allergy should try to avoid unnecessary exposure to dust, insect sprays, air pollution, fresh tar or paint and other irritants during periods of high pollen levels.

Next aricle are about HOW CREATE A DUST FREE BEDROOM

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Posted 13 September 2004 - 10:54 AM

Salaam Aliekum!

How to Create a Dust-Free Bedroom

[b]Dust-sensitive individuals, especially those with allergies and asthma, can reduce some of their misery by creating a "dust-free" bedroom. Dust may contain molds, fibers, and dander from dogs, cats, and other animals, as well as tiny dust mites. These mites, which live in bedding, upholstered furniture, and carpets, thrive in the summer and die in the winter. The particles seen floating in a shaft of sunlight include dead mites and their waste products; the waste products actually provoke the allergic reaction.

The routine cleaning necessary to maintain a dust-free bedroom also can help reduce exposure to cockroaches, another important cause of asthma in some allergic people.
Most people cannot control dust conditions under which they work or spend their daylight hours. But everyone can, to a large extent, eliminate dust from the bedroom. To create a dust-free bedroom, it is necessary to reduce the number of surfaces on which dust can collect. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases suggests the following guidelines, arranged from most important to least important:

:arrow: Carpeting makes dust control impossible. Although shag carpets are the worst type for the dust-sensitive person, all carpets trap dust. Therefore, hardwood, tile, or linoleum floors are preferred. Treating carpets with tannic acid eliminates some dust mite allergen, but tannic acid is not as effective as removing the carpet, is irritating to some people, and must be repeatedly applied.
:arrow: Keep only one bed in the bedroom. Most important, encase box springs and mattress in a dust-proof or allergen-proof cover (zippered plastic). Scrub bed springs outside the room. If a second bed must be in the room, prepare it in the same manner.
:arrow: Keep all animals with fur or feathers out of the room. People allergic to dust mites often are allergic to cats, dogs, or other animals.
:arrow: Use only washable materials on the bed. Sheets, blankets, and other bedclothes should be washed frequently in water that is at least 130EF. Lower temperatures will not kill dust mites. If you set your hot water temperature to a lower value (which is commonly done to prevent children from scalding themselves), wash items at a commercial establishment that uses high wash temperatures.
:arrow: Keep furniture and furnishings to a minimum. Avoid upholstered furniture and venetian blinds. A wooden or metal chair that can be scrubbed may be used in the bedroom. If desired, hang plain, lightweight curtains on the windows. Wash the curtains once a week at 130EF.
:arrow: To prepare the room for a dust-sensitive person, clean the room thoroughly and completely once a week; clean the floors, furniture, tops of doors, window frames, sills, etc., with a damp cloth or oil mop; air the room thoroughly; then close the doors and windows until the dust-sensitive person is ready to occupy the room.
:arrow: Air filters--either added to a furnace or a room unit--can be useful in reducing the levels of allergens. Electrostatic and high-energy particulate absorption (HEPA) filters can effectively remove many allergens from the air. If functioning improperly, however, electrostatic filters may emit ozone, which adversely affects the lungs of people with asthma.
:arrow: A dehumidifer may be helpful because house mites require high humidity to live and grow. Care should be taken to clean the unit frequently to prevent mold growth. However, while low humidity may reduce dust mite levels, it also may irritate the nose and lungs of some people.
:arrow: If the dust-sensitive person is a child, keep toys out of the bedroom that will accumulate dust. Avoid stuffed toys; use only washable toys of wood, rubber, metal, or plastic, and store them in a closed toy box or chest.
:arrow: Use a dacron mattress pad and pillow. Avoid fuzzy wool blankets or feather- or wool-stuffed comforters.
:arrow: To prepare the room for a dust-sensitive person, completely empty the room, just as if one were moving. Empty and clean all closets and, if possible, store contents elsewhere and seal closets. If this is not possible, keep clothing in zippered plastic bags and shoes in boxes off the floor. Give the woodwork and floors a thorough cleaning and scrubbing to remove all traces of dust. Wipe wood, tile, or linoleum floors with water, wax, or oil. If linoleum is used, cement it to the floor.

Although these steps may seem difficult at first, experience plus habit will make them easier. The results -- better breathing, fewer medications, and greater


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Posted 09 October 2004 - 10:52 PM

Salam alaikum, AHHHHHHHHhh with all this cleaning a woman needs to stay home :!:
I didn't read the keyboard article because it no longer exsists BUT I do clean my keyboard every few months.
Here is the solution.

Water + Windex
soak for 1/2 hr.
Shake it and run the water from the fauset or better yet if you have one of those kitchen sprays get under each key!
Leave it out in the sunshine for 2 DAYS!
After 2 days it's dry so you can replug it in and ya it gets realy disquisting!

ps. don't take it appart, you'll never get the keys working correctly again. :wink:




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