Candles are more than light and fragrance — they create mood, ritual and comfort. Yet as ordinary and lovely as candlelight is, burning anything produces particles and gases that affect indoor air quality. This guide explains which compounds can come from candles, what the science says about health risks, and practical, positive steps you can take to keep the cozy vibes while reducing exposure.

A cluttered home is loud — visually, mentally, and physically. Beyond the mess, every extra object changes the air you breathe, the dust that settles, and how easy it is to keep your space healthy. Letting go of things isn’t about trends; it’s a practical, feel-good strategy that reduces indoor toxins, simplifies cleaning, prevents pests, and makes your home a healthier, calmer place to live.

You shouldn't have to fight for the air you breathe. Every inhale should be life-giving, yet invisible pollution is eroding health across the UK and the world. New evidence shows airborne toxins attack nearly every organ, cut lives short, stunt children’s growth, overload public services, and deepen inequality. This post examines a hard-hitting Royal College of Physicians report demanding urgent government action to treat air pollution as the preventable health crisis it is.