Keep radiation at bay with Adiantum

Why the ‘maidenhair fern’ is a healthy houseplant choice

It has long been known that houseplants are great for giving the air in your home a good old detox. They do this by filtering toxins – known as ‘volatile organic compounds’ – emitted from household items, such as cleaning and personal care products, carpets, upholstery and paint.

You can read more about the best air-cleaning houseplants for banishing toxins in our guide.

Is technology getting you down?

But it isn’t just domestic products that can emit harmful substances. Some of the worst culprits are everyday technology devices and office equipment, such as TV screens, computer screens and printers. And given the increasing amount of time we spend glued to our screens – whether it’s working, surfing, socialising or watching Netflix – this is no small cause for concern. 

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Signs of exposure

Laptops, desktop computers and televisions radiate a potentially dangerous elecotromagnetic field (EMF). Early signs of exposure to EMF include muscle aches, insomnia, stress and fatigue.

And according to studies from The British Medical Journal to the World Health Organisation, EMFs have been linked to lymphoma, leukemia, birth defects, heart problems and tumours.

But if that sounds a bit scary, help is at hand to reduce the levels of EMF at your home or at your office.

Reduce radiation with your plants!

The adiantum, also known as the maidenhair fern, is believed to absorb the radiation from computers and printers. It’s also said to absorb 20 micrograms per hour of the harmful toxin, formaldehyde.

And this pretty fern is not only healthy – it’s beautiful too. With its explosion of intricate lacy green leaves, it would make an attractive addition to any home or workspace.

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