Millions of adults regularly suffer symptoms of air pollution - while in their own homes

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Millions of adults regularly suffer from symptoms associated with poor air quality, due to using cleaning products, living with a smoker – or even owning a pet.A study of 2,000 adults found 35% have worried how air quality in their home could impact their physical health.Of those, one in three (32%) have been sneezing or suffered with allergic reactions while at home, while a quarter (26%) have experienced ongoing fatigue.But nearly half of adults (46%) admitted they had no idea what air pollution even was, while 62% considered it to be something that only occurs outside the home.Dr Ranj Singh, who is working with Breville, which commissioned the research to launch its 360° air purifier range, said: “Indoor air pollution is a hidden danger even if you don't have existing breathing problems, so it’s vital we educate ourselves on the causes.“Unlike outdoor pollution, which is directly related to vehicle emissions and industrial by-products, simple daily tasks and our habits can contribute to indoor air pollution, which can also be dangerous.“Everything from smoking indoors, to wood burning stoves and using cleaning products, can increase the risk.“Indoor pollution worsens symptoms of asthma, COPD and bronchiectasis.

It has also been linked to an increased risk of heart disease and strokes.“We cannot completely eradicate indoor air pollution, but we can take steps to reduce it, including using household air purifiers.”The study also found more than one in four adults smoke or vape inside, while one in six have damp or mould around their home.Others use bleach regularly (32%) and own a furry pet (28%) – all things Dr Ranj believes contributes to indoor air pollution.It also emerged over half (53%) suffer with hay fever –.