OPEN WINDOWS MAKES YOU A BETTER COOK

Did you know using your stove could cause indoor pollution?

Everyday tasks such as cooking can make the air just as polluted as that of a major city. Even something as simple as boiling water has a negative impact!

In case you weren't aware, any time harmful contaminants enter the natural environment, it's essentially considered pollution. This is true of the tiny particles (think oil droplets from pan-frying or carbon monoxide from gas stoves) that become airborne when you cook.

Think of it this way: the pollution migrates from the kitchen into the rest of your home. That's definite cause for concern. Exposure to said particles can cause respiratory and cardiovascular problems in healthy people (yikes). It also doesn't help when cooking for long and at high temperatures.

But there's a way around it! Turn on the ventilation hood or open your kitchen windows when you cook. Both habits allow the pollutants to escape, keeping the air inside your home clean.

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