Noise pollution is environmental noise, as from vehicles or machinery that is annoying, distracting, or physically harmful. The Physical effects of noise pollution can include hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), stress, and sleeplessness. High stress levels can cause the body to release excess amounts of cortisol, the stress hormone; this has many adverse physical effects. Too much cortisol can cause bone and muscle to deteriorate making them weak and fragile. High levels of this hormone can also negatively affect the body’s ability to heal and ward off illness.
So what can you do to reduce the amount of noise pollution in your environment? There are a number of options but a good place to start is to install a range hood fan that is much quieter than the standard fan. Since much time is spent in the kitchen standing close to the fan a loud fan can cause any number of problems associated with prolonged exposure to noise pollution. A good option is the Delta Pacific One Sone range hood fan, available at Savemore Plumbing and Lighting as it is virtually soundless but is still powerful enough to remove any odors, grease or smoke from your kitchen. It is a simple way to reduce your family’s exposure to dangerous noise pollution, because while you can’t escape it outside your home you can control how much of it comes into your home.