Houseplant, indoor air pollution, and cardiovascular effects among elderly subjects in Taipei, Taiwan.

doi:10.1016/j.scitotenv.2019.135770

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Houseplant, indoor air pollution, and cardiovascular effects among elderly subjects in Taipei, Taiwan.

Published Feb 25, 2020 · Ruey-yu Chen, K. Ho, Gui-Bing Hong

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Houseplants can improve indoor air quality and cardiovascular health for elderly individuals in Taipei, Taiwan, by reducing indoor air pollution levels and reducing elevated blood pressure and heart rate.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

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