Health and ozone

Lately there have been air quality alerts due to high levels of ozone. Even though the ozone layer high in the stratosphere 9 to 18 miles above the surface of the earth protects us from the sun’s radiation, ozone at ground level is a component of smog and as an unstable molecule can cause damage to living cells. Children are especially vulnerable as they are growing!

The ozone is worst from the hours of 12 pm to 8 pm. On days where there is an air quality alert, this is the worst time to do outdoor activity, especially of high intensity. If you are biking, swimming, jogging, or exercising outdoors, it is best to do your activity in the morning while ozone levels are at their lowest. If you’d like to learn more about ozone and your health, you can visit this webpage on ozone and air quality. 

What can you do instead of exercising in the afternoon? Why, you can come get an acupuncture treatment indoors. It is the best way to spend a high ozone afternoon. Resting and relaxing in a room with a good air filter. I have you covered.