Raising Good Humans Ep 47: Children's Environmental Health During Covid-19
Jun 18, 2020
Ken Cook, Founder and President of The Environmental Working Group, shares his expertise on children's environmental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. He provides practical tips for parents on navigating household chemicals and emphasizes the balance between sanitation and safety. The discussion includes the significance of prenatal health choices, the importance of mental well-being, and how consumer behavior impacts health and the environment. Cook calls for greater awareness and action towards healthier living in these challenging times.
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Balance Cleaning With Ventilation
- Think about ventilation and safer sanitizers when cleaning for COVID-19 to reduce indoor chemical risks.
- Use soap and recommended hand disinfectants rather than harsh aerosols and choose cleaners without asthmagens.
Indoors Means Higher Chemical Exposure
- Increased time spent indoors raises exposure to indoor air pollutants and asthma triggers from cleaning products.
- Asthmagens in disinfectants are the primary concern during heightened household cleaning.
Start Small: One Area At A Time
- Tackle one area at a time: food, then personal care, then cleaning products to reduce exposures.
- Replace items gradually instead of discarding existing products to make change affordable and sustainable.