7 Plants
That Purify
Clearing
the Air
T
here are a wide variety of
toxic chemicals lurking
in your home, and while
you can take steps to
minimize them, one the
most prevalent chemicals
in your home isn't easy to get rid
of. Formaldehyde, a volatile organic
compound that's emitted in low levels by a
variety of household building products and
furniture, may cause cancer in humans and
has been known to trigger asthma attacks
and allergic reactions when present
in high levels. A common component
of glues that hold pressed-wood or
