A healthy home is a happy home! If you're looking for ways to improve your daily lifestyle and well-being, look no further. Here are 12 inspired buys for a healthier home in 2023 and onwards. Whether you're renting your home or looking to upgrade a home you own, these items will make incremental improvements to your health and happiness.

A vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter for more thorough cleaning

Investing in a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter will help reduce the dust, dirt, and allergens in your home. This can help those with allergies or asthma breathe easier while keeping your home dust-free. High-efficiency particulate air filters are the most effective at removing dust, dust mites (and their allergy-aggravating droppings), animal dander, and fleas from home. Use a crevice tool on upholstery and a brush attachment on dust-catching curtains and lampshades.

Himalayan salt lamps or candles for warm lighting

If you struggle to sleep at night, you could use candles or a Himalayan salt lamp to lower your blue light exposure. Limit your use of all electronic screens an hour before bedtime and rely on these visually appealing lighting methods instead. Himalayan salt lamps are aesthetically pleasing and absorb moisture, purify the air by releasing healthy negative ions and improve your breathing. Himalayan pink salt lamps are carved from large, food-grade Himalayan salt crystals. You can find them for sale in many stores nowadays. They produce a calming, warm light and release negative ions into the air—just like being near a natural body of water does. Increased exposure to negative ions has been linked with several benefits, such as increased alertness and decreased drowsiness. Not only do Himalayan sea salt lamps improve your air quality, but they also may protect you against germs and irritants that cause coughing, sneezing, or throat irritation. Even if the benefits of these lamps aren't proven, there are only healthy upsides to displaying one in your home. Candles have been a popular relaxation and self-care tool for many. They can help you relax more at night, but you can also light a candle to help you meditate in the middle of a long day. Set the timer on your phone for ten minutes, stare at the flickering candle, and pay attention to your breathing. Let go of any negative thoughts and stare at the light. Look at Healthline's guide to choosing healthy candles, as not all are created equal.

A cast iron skillet for safer cooking

Nonstick pans would be the easier option when cooking, but unfortunately, they may contain harmful chemicals like perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA). PFOA has been determined as "possibly carcinogenic to humans" by World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer. However, if you cook with a cast iron skillet, not only will you avoid dangerous chemicals, but your food will also be infused with healthy iron. Read Healthline's guide to finding the safest cookware and six safe-test cookware tested by Organic Authority.

Air purifier for removing pollutants

An air purifier is a great way to improve your home's air quality. Air purifiers help remove dust, dirt, and other particles from the air and can make a massive difference for people with allergies or asthma. In addition, air purifiers help remove airborne pollutants such as smoke, dust, pollen, and pet dander. This is especially beneficial for those who suffer from allergies or asthma. Many air purifiers are designed to be quiet and energy efficient, making them a great addition to any home.

Massage devices for physical relaxation

Many types and price ranges of massage devices can be utilized for wellness in the home, from handheld devices that provide a gentle massage to robotic chairs with built-in options. Massage devices are an easy and effective way to help alleviate aches, pains, and stress without leaving home or spending a lot of money. Theragun is a popular device, and this list from VeryWell Mind rounds up some of the best at-home massage devices.

Weighted blankets for anxiety and PTSD

If you're struggling with increased anxiety at night due to the pandemic, you may want to try using a weighted blanket. Many people have found stress relief by using one of these blankets, a popular tool in therapy and mindfulness programs. This weighted blanket has been said to help people doze off faster and ease anxiety, insomnia, and PTSD. Weighted blankets are heavy blankets filled with poly pellets, weighted discs, or glass beads that apply pressure across your body. They come in many different styles, weights, and sizes and are suitable for older children and adults. They are a simple self-care tool that promotes wellness in a low-effort way.

A yoga mat or meditation cushion to promote wellness practices

Yoga and meditation can help reduce stress and anxiety, promote relaxation and mindfulness, improve immunity, and more. Yoga mats provide the perfect cushioned surface for yoga poses or stretching exercises, and having a yoga mat in the home is an excellent visual cue to stretch or pay attention to your body. If you prefer meditation over yoga, meditation cushions are a great way to make your home comfortable for long meditations. They provide extra support for your spine and hips, allowing you to sit upright with a good posture without discomfort.

Humidifier for moisture balance

In the colder months, indoor heating can quickly result in drier air. If you want to stay warm and moisturized, a humidifier will help you breathe better and prevent your skin from becoming too dry. Research has shown that raising indoor humidity levels to at least 43 percent can reduce and eliminate close to 85 percent of airborne viruses. In addition, a humidifier or dehumidifier helps regulate the humidity in your home. This can help improve air quality and reduce dust mites, mold, and mildew. A quality humidifier adds enough moisture to the air without causing problems associated with too much water humidity. Here is Spruce's guide to five of the best humidifiers. Adding moisture into the atmosphere is essential for promoting good health. In addition, humidifiers can help reduce symptoms associated with dry air, such as sinus congestion, itchy skin, and static electricity.

Water filter to remove contaminants

A water filter can help remove chemical toxins, heavy metals, and other contaminants from your water—making it much safer to drink. Drinking, cooking, or cleaning your fruits and vegetables with clean, purified water can help protect the body against diseases, as well as the harmful side effects of chemicals that may be present in your water source. You can buy a pitcher water filter to help remove dangerous contaminates and improve the taste of your drinking water. An even more convenient product option is to install a water-filtering faucet on your kitchen sink. Here is Health.com's guide to the best water filters.

Houseplants for visual relaxation

Plants make your home look nicer, help purify the air, and reduce stress levels. Personal backyards or garden spaces aren't always accessible, especially to people living in larger cities, so incorporating indoor plants can bring nature indoors. These are the best indoor plants that both look beautiful and will help detoxify your home. You can get quality indoor plants in many places, including from local businesses, farmer's markets, fairs, local greeneries, and bigger stores like Home Depot.

Comfortable mattress for quality rest

A good quality mattress is essential for getting enough sleep and a healthy lifestyle. This has been a product that many people regret not investing in sooner because it's done wonders for their rest. When well-rested, you feel more alert and energetic during the day, leading to better productivity and improved overall health for a healthy life. Better sleep has a ripple effect on other healthy habits, helping contribute to positive mental health and a healthy diet. Getting enough sleep will make you less likely to make poor nutrition choices and create a stronger desire to be physically active. Experts advise that adults need 7-9 hours of sleep each night for good physical and mental well-being. Children usually require an hour or two more for their growth and development. Often, lifestyle or environmental factors can interfere with the amount or the quality of sleep that you get, so creating the best sleep conditions is often an underlooked but great way to improve your lifestyle and daily joy. Is your mattress too firm – or too soft? Have you considered an ergonomic pillow? Here's a Forbes guide to buying the perfect mattress to help you answer some of these questions.

A standing desk or treadmill desk for better posture

Creating an ergonomic workspace is essential because you spend so much time at your office. Here's the NYTimes guide to creating an ergonomic workspace. Since the desk is often the heart of your workspace, a standing or treadmill desk is a great product to have in the home. If you want to be more active and improve your health, a standing desk or a treadmill desk will help support those goals. You can burn calories, reduce your risk of chronic diseases, and improve your posture by simply standing or walking while you work. In addition, based on the findings that extended periods of sitting are associated with increased risks of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and some types of cancer, it is assumed that using a standing desk could provide other health benefits.

By making small investments in these healthy home items, you can take charge of your health and well-being today and for years to come. Investing in healthy home upgrades doesn't have to be expensive, either. Start small, and slowly add items to your home that promote good health and make your home healthier and happier. Pick a few from the list to incorporate, and you will feel more energized and motivated throughout the day to lead a better lifestyle. By having your home work in your favor, you can start effortlessly designing a healthier environment with many payoffs for yourself and your family. Want more ideas? Check out renovations that add value to your house in 2023 or popular DIY interior design trends for 2023.

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