HOUSE PLANTS FOR HEALTH

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Spider Plants.

Over-watering your plants can lead to the development of a fungus and mold which are known asthma triggers.

However, 'there are house plants that can help to improve your breathing'

'Spider plants help to clean the air and can benefit people with asthma.'

'They can also remove up to 90 per cent of a potentially cancer-causing chemical formaldehyde from the air'.

'Scientific evidence suggests that Spider Plants have the ability to absorb up to 95% of harmful toxins from indoor pollution.

'They are capable of detoxifying and degrading harmful chemical compounds such as Nitrous Oxide, Carbon Monoxide, Formaldehyde and Benzene, which can cause shortness of breath and exacerbate asthma symptoms.

SNAKE PLANTS, which ABSORB RADIATION FROM LAPTOPS

Snake plants are well-known for being able to clean the air.

They can absorb some forms of radiation.

They can absorb radiation from computer screens, WiFi hubs, TV and other electronic devices.

'For maximum effectiveness against radiation, they are best placed in close proximity to any household items that release electromagnetic radiation, such as computer screens, WiFi hubs and TVs.

'One of the more unique properties of the Snake Plant is its ability to convert carbon dioxide into oxygen during the night.

'This has led many homeowners to keep a Snake Plant in their bedroom to rid the air of CO2 throughout the night.'

Aloe vera cleans the air and helps people with asthma or other respiratory diseases.

'Geraniums can have a 'positive' impact on the nervous system.

'Geraniums can aid asthma sufferers by reducing respiration rate and lowering blood pressure.

'Geraniums, especially in essential oil form, help to transmit signals to a region of the brain, known as the limbic system which influences the autonomic nervous system.

'It helps to reduce respiration rate, lowers blood pressure and heart rate, whilst also acting as an antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory – perfect for those suffering from asthma.


LAVENDER EASES ANXIETY AND IMPROVES THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

Lavender is well-known for improving people's sleep.

It can reduce anxiety and help the immune system.

'Floral scents like lavender help to make you feel happier and have a calming effect on your emotions.

'Rose hip has been proven to reduce joint inflammation and pain, as well as reducing the need for standard painkillers.

'An all-round good plant for joint health.'

PLANTAIN 

'Plantain has been traditionally used for bronchial congestion, tonsillitis, sinusitis and allergies such as hay fever or asthma.

'It is a popular remedy for dry coughs.

BASIL IMPROVES MOOD AND IMMUNE SYSTEM

'Basil improves mood, and the immune system.

'With its ability to vastly improve your mood, basil is  a plant that's sure to have you happy in no time.

'Basil contains linalool, the component that gives the herb its distinct and pleasant aroma, which is proven to have a number of positive effects on the body and immune system.'

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