An IUPUI study by associate professor in the Department of Physical Education, NiCole Keith, covers the correlation between a clean space and a healthier you. She states, “At the end of the day, the interior condition of their house seemed to be the only thing affecting their physical activity.” The study included 998 African Americans ages 49-65. She says, “African Americans are disproportionally affected by risk factors for cardiovascular disease.”
The interior condition of their house seemed to be the only thing affecting their physical activity.
Living in an unclean space can increase your contact with infection and diseases thus affecting your health. Regular cleaning can help make a healthier, happier you. Infectious microbes grow and thrive in food residue, grease, and mineral build up. Without regular cleaning, you and your family are at a higher risk of illness.
Cleaning your space can become overwhelming. Where do you start? Will you really make a difference? It is easy to become overwhelmed by mess and mentally shut down. Studies show there is a relationship between house cleanliness and mental health.
Overwhelmed by the endless cleaning projects in your home? Take small steps. Set a timer and clean for a small amount of time. Take it one room or small project at a time. Hiring a cleaning professional. With your overall health in mind, the steps to a cleaner home can be scary, but will be worth it in the end.
Written by: Maggie Eckler, Owner, Eckler Cleaning Services
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