🏠 Indoor Air Quality: 6 Common Household Items That May Affect Your Lungs — And How to Use Them Safely

2. Cleaning Sprays

Household Cleaning Sprays often contain chemicals that can irritate the nose, throat, and lungs when inhaled frequently. Mixing products like bleach and ammonia can be especially dangerous.

Safer Tips:

• Open windows while cleaning
• Wear gloves and avoid spraying directly into the air
• Never mix cleaning chemicals
• Consider fragrance-free or gentler alternatives

3. Air Fresheners

Air Fresheners may temporarily improve smells, but some varieties release chemical particles that linger indoors.