It’s been a while since filters were just that – filters. With the advancement in technology, filters have evolved into various air purifying jargon, such as HEPA filters, SEFF filters, Pre-filters, Charcoal filters. Why all the different filters? What do...
My sneezing and people mistaking me for a teary-eyed Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer, usually signal the start of the peak pollen season - as I’m sure many hay fever sufferers can also identify with. This misery will unfortunately come again...
Many women know that feeling of triumph of an empty laundry basket – even if that basket remains empty for only 5 seconds, because let’s face it, no matter how you dress it up, laundry is a chore, plain and...
Can you already feel the chill in the air? In true South African spirit this does not stop us from having our weekly braai. Not all of us are fortunate enough to have an indoor braai area, so it's not...
Pets can be your best friends. If you have allergies or asthma, they can also be your worst enemy. Pet Dander Pets shed dander, a combination of dead skin cells and hair (or feathers), which can trigger asthma attacks and...
Air pollution, both inside from cooking fires and outside from traffic fumes, ranked among the top 10 causes of stroke. These findings came after an international research team analysed data from several studies, reports and official statistics from 180...
What is it about an appliance with a light and buttons that attracts those little fingers. Especially now as all our kids are home bound due to lockdown. Anyone who has children, or perhaps is the caretaker of someone’s...
