Living in Hawaii has some perks and some
challenges. The thing that makes it so beautiful is the high humidity so
the rain forests can thrive. We have just finished all seasons of Lost,
and it has stayed breathtakingly beautiful for the whole series.
However, these high humidity conditions do
cause condensation to form on cold surfaces inside of buildings and
even outside where there is constant water. Long periods of humidity
really challenge those that take care of computers, books, clothes and
many more items. If condensation remains in a location for a long time,
mold and mildew can begin to grow. health and beauty.
Mold
is a fungus that can develop on walls, ceilings, food, clothes, books,
furniture and many more items. It is particularly troublesome in
bathrooms, closets, basements and kitchens. If you have experienced a
flood, you are aware that the water can get trapped in the walls for a
long period of time and this can be hazardous to your health. Mildew
actually is a type of mold that grows on leather, fabric, paper, etc.
and is also potentially harmful.
Health Conditions
Molds cause certain types of allergies. Runny nose, postnasal drip,
sneezing, itchy eyes, throat and nose, sinusitis, headaches, and watery
eyes are the most common complaints. For those who suffer with asthma,
mold can make your condition worse. Shortness of breath, coughing, and
wheezing are symptoms of asthma.
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Some
serious health conditions can also be caused by mold and mildew. Some
toxins are produced by certain molds and can greatl affect people in a
contaminated house or office. If you are exposed for a long length of
time you may develop more serious conditions than just allergies or
asthma. Some memory and hearing loss
has been attributed to mold contamination. Also breathing
difficulties, flu-like symptoms, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, excessive
bruising and acid reflux have
been linked to mold. Those affected have had to take medications or had
to have therapy or treatments to get back to normal.
Even permanent damage to your health can result if you do not
eliminate the mold and mildew from your environment. Mold can weaken
our immune system and cause brain damage. Balance and coordination
problems, long-term memory, hearing or eyesight loss have been
reported. Some of these conditions cannot be reversed. The most
damaging strains of mold can even lead to autoimmune diseases. Do are
you convinced yet that you need to get rid of any and all mold and
mildew in your home?
My sad experience
I traveled to the mainland from Hawaii one summer for about three
weeks, and I had locked up the house tight and secure. When I returned,
I was shocked to see mold and and mildew growing on places I had not
expected. There were little patches of mold growing on our
dining room chairs
and starting to grow on my couch. I had to scrub and scrub to get it
out. Now whenever I go away for an extended amount of time, I make sure
I leave the fans going, so there is some circulation of air to
minimize the humidity.
Basements health and beauty. We
do not have basements in Hawaii, otherwise we would hit water, but for
those with basements, mold and mildew can be particularly troublesome.
Mold and mildew seem to like dark damp areas of the house particularly
where the air is not constantly circulated. It can grow on drapes,
rugs, leather, ceilings, corners, carpets and so much more. They will
cause discoloration and can damage or rot anything they get a hold in.