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How Dirty Carpets Are Harmful For Your Health

It goes without saying that a clean home is a happy home. Carpets in your house can accumulate dirt, bacteria, animal dander, dust, pollen, fur, flakes, mites, mold, insect faeces, and many other harmful contaminants that can pose serious health concerns. Living in an unclean environment can negatively affect your immunity. Being exposed to dirty carpets mean exposure to harmful bacteria that can put your immune system at a great risk. This is because mycotoxins is a dangerous bacteria which is commonly found in dirty carpets and is known to weaken the immune system. Skin problems are another concern that dirty carpets can cause. When you or your kids walk on the dirty carpets barefoot, bacteria and fungi can come in contact with their feet through wounds or skin openings, and trigger skin problems. Respiratory problems are probably the most common health concern that dirty carpets can cause. Dirty carpets are perfect breeding grounds for mold and dust mites that further attract bacte