As parents, the safety of our children is always our top priority. When it comes to buying any new device, we want to make sure that it won't harm our little ones. This is especially true when it comes to air purifiers, which can be a great way to improve air quality and provide relief for those with allergies or asthma. But what about ionizers? Are they safe for kids?When it comes to air purifiers, the most important thing to remember is to stay away from ozone-generating devices, also known as ionic air purifiers.
These devices emit ozone, which can be harmful to a baby's eyes, nostrils, or respiratory system. However, most air purifiers are perfectly safe when used around babies, as long as you take some precautions. Air purifiers with filters can help keep your baby healthier by eliminating air pollution. If your baby is especially sensitive or has allergies or asthma, providing him with an air purifier can provide relief and make him happier. When it comes to “additive” methods of cleaning air, such as ionizing devices, very little research has been done on their effectiveness and side effects.
One of the reasons air purifiers are considered safe for babies and newborns is that they can help improve air quality. Any filter that seeks to “ionize” air pollution or use ultraviolet light to clean the air can generate ozone as a side effect of the “purification process”.The health effects of air ionizers are largely unknown, although a small number of recent studies are a cause for concern. Laboratory tests were performed by taking samples of particles and gases in a large semi-furnished chamber and, in a field test, with an ionizer device installed in an air treatment unit serving an occupied office building. Another recent study on air ionizers in school classrooms reduced particle concentrations and led to some improvements in the respiratory health of 11- to 14-year-old children. Ionizers had an adverse effect on heart rate variability (a measure of cardiovascular health), meaning that any benefit to the lungs comes at a cost to the heart.
One of the most popular types of air purifiers on the market right now are ion-generating systems, including “bipolar” ionization devices that electrically charge particles so that they settle in the air faster and are usually marketed to kill bacteria, fungi and viruses. In conclusion, while there is still much research to be done on the safety of ionizers for kids, it is generally accepted that they can be used safely around babies and newborns as long as you take some precautions. Air purifiers with filters can help keep your baby healthier by eliminating air pollution and providing relief for those with allergies or asthma. However, it is important to remember that any filter that seeks to “ionize” air pollution or use ultraviolet light to clean the air can generate ozone as a side effect of the “purification process” and should be avoided.
