Homes That Heal (and those that don't) : How Your Home Could be Harming Your Family's Health

Mother Earth News Wiser Living

by Athena Thompson

Media reports focus increasingly on the declining health of children in industrialized countries. Asthma, autism, learning and behavior problems, and cancer are all on the rise. At the same time, there is consistent news about poor indoor air quality, mold and how buildings can make people sick. Homes that Heal addresses both of these developments, revealing that our own homes can contribute to many of these health problems. A passionate examination of our built environment and the alarming impact today’s chemically polluted world is having on the health of present and future generations, Homes That Heal is easy-to-read, solutions-oriented and humorous, full of stories and advice that empower families to take back their health on a daily basis. Topics covered a Healthy Home Quiz that enables readers to evaluate the health of their own home and identify many of the common home health hazards
factors impacting indoor air quality
a room-by-room examination of typical problems and solutions
toxic materials used in building a new home or remodeling
cleaning products and other consumer hazards found in the home
an easy-to-understand introduction to the science of Bau-biologie (Building Biology), an internationally recognized approach to healthy construction. Packed with useful information and resources, Homes That Heal is written to be easily understood by busy mothers and will appeal to anyone interested in the health of his or her family. Designed for the family coffee table, it is equally suitable for doctors' offices and home improvement stores. Athena Thompson is an award-winning entrepreneur specializing in environmental medicine and is an advocate for children’s health. A natural health specialist for 18 years and a certified bau-biologist (building biologist), she is cofounder/owner of Humabuilt Healthy Building Systems and lives in Lake Oswego, Oregon.

Genres: Health

320 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2004

Reviews

[meli · Rating 1 out of 5]

this is my textbook. im suffering. literally not textbook material. this is only aimed at rich housewives! its shit! psychological warfare on public health students! boo your pussy stinks if u like this

[Alexandra]

It definitely has the scare-tactic approach to building biology, but it hammers sustainable & green design home, literally.

[Anne · Rating 2 out of 5]

Disappointed that it's geared solely for homeowners and people who have the money to pay for things like green mattresses and box springs.
As a renter there's not much I can do about most of the areas she talks about and I don't have money to pay for pricey home goods.