Awair | Blog | Health Wellness

The most rewarding moment of the holiday season is watching family and friends unwrap the gifts you’ve taken the time to choose just for them. But could the act of unwrapping gifts actually be unhealthy?

Dec 20

Cold Weather is Here: How Can You Stay Healthy?

It feels like winter weather has finally arrived this week, with temperatures across the United States dropping lower and lower every day. Weather like this makes braving the outdoors seem less appealing and staying in our warm, safe homes the better option--but what if indoors wasn’t as safe as it seemed?

Dec 13

Hosting Over the Holidays? These 5 Tips Can Keep Your Guests Comfortable

Many of us turn into full-time hosts as our loved ones trickle into town during the holidays. Creating a comfortable, welcoming space can sometimes feel overwhelming during this busy time of year--so why not have a little help from Glow?Awair Glow tracks toxins and chemicals in your air and gives you personalized recommendations to help you stay safe and healthy. Glow can help you create a happy, healthy home by plugging directly into the wall and powering on your “non-smart” devices--heaters, fans, lights, and more--based on your needs.

Nov 20

Keep Your Guests Healthy This Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and if you’re hosting family and other guests at your house for dinner this year, you’ve probably already begun to prepare for such a busy day. Being the host on Thanksgiving is no small task, and although you’ll be working hard to make sure your guests are comfortable--what if you could be unknowingly harming their health?

Nov 16

How does Air Quality Affect Prenatal and Early Childhood Development?

We’re proud to announce a partnership with Brown University’s Baby Imaging Lab to collaborate on “Resonance,” a project that is part of the Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) program.

Nov 7

Is Your Commute Affecting Your Health?

Have you ever woken up ready for a full day of work ahead, only to find yourself completely exhausted by the time you’ve reached the office? If you have, then our next question for you is: do you ride the train to work?

Nov 2

Could a New Mattress Make Your Sleep Quality Worse?

We spend about ⅓ of our lives asleep, so it’s important not to cut corners on the necessities that help us achieve a good night’s rest. Most of us looking to improve our sleep quality will look into upgrading our mattress, especially since the National Sleep Foundation recommends replacing your mattress every 5 to 10 years. But what if a new mattress could potentially make your quality of sleep worse?

Oct 23

What is the Best Temperature for a Good Night’s Sleep?

Are you one of those people that has to sleep in a freezing room, covered in plenty of blankets? Or maybe you can’t fall asleep unless your room is on the warm side. Everyone has their preferred temperature that they believe will help them get their best night’s rest--but what if your temperature was actually the reason you aren’t getting a good night’s rest?

Oct 14

This One Change Can Help You Get a Better Night’s Sleep

Have you ever felt tired after what seemed like a full night of sleep? If you’re feeling drowsy throughout the day, you aren’t alone—over ⅓ of Americans feel they aren’t getting the quality of sleep they need. Sleep is so important for our overall mental and physical health, yet so many of us struggle with feeling truly well-rested.

Oct 9

Is Your Air Keeping You Up at Night?

According to the National Sleep Foundation, over ⅓ of Americans feel they aren’t getting the quality of sleep they need for a good night’s rest. Sleep plays such an important role in our overall mental and physical health, so why is it something so many of us struggle with?

Oct 2

How Can You Create a Productive Work Space at Home?

As the leaves begin to change and we settle our families back into the routine of a new school year, we may notice a few rooms in our homes starting to double as spaces for homework, studying, and catching up on work. However, it’s not always easy to motivate ourselves or our children to be productive in the comfort of our own homes.

Sep 24

We Need to Advocate for Better Air in our Schools

It’s critical to provide students with a safe and comfortable environment that will enable them to learn and grow. Unfortunately, one of the most important factors that affect students’ ability to succeed is often overlooked, even though it’s hiding in plain sight: the quality of air in schools.

Sep 17