Air sterilizers or purifiers come equip with a wide variety of technology that they use to purify the air and rid it of harmful micro-organisms such as fungi, mold spores, viruses, and bacteria. This technology also eliminates allergens such as dust mites, animal, and pollen. You can generally find one made specifically for a general environment such as a dental office, hospital, homes, nurseries, bedrooms, and others.

Air born contaminants can be very bad for your health. According to the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Disease, they are a major cause of disability in the U.S. There is no cure for allergies, but symptomatic relief is possible. The most effective way to combat air born contaminants is by reducing or eliminating exposure to them.

When ever you walk on the rug, open a window or sit down on the couch millions of tiny particles get catapulted into the air. Even the natural air flow of your house or office will pick up tiny mold spores or chemical/microbiological particles.

Harmful substances found in the air:

Dust
Smoke
Gas
Fungi
Mold spores
Aerosol
Viruses
Bacteria
Microbiological contaminants
Drill aerosol (dental office)
Mercury vapor
Dust Mite
Pollen

Types of technology:

Electro statically charged post filter
Carbon pre-filter (odor removal)
HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air Filter)
Intense heat for incineration
Ionizers

Air purifiers will help you:

Stay healthier
Sleep more soundly
Work more efficiently
Have more energy
Study more effectively
Be more creative

Air purifiers will help relieve symptoms caused by indoor/outdoor air. Some of these symptoms include red eye, digestive problems, dizziness, chronic fatigue, asthma, congestion, sick building syndrome and many other chronic and acute diseases.

It is important to keep the air you breathe clean and free of contaminants; your respratory system and whole body will thank you for many years to come if you choose to purify your air. Purifiers are made for all different types of room sizes so you can always find one perfect for you. I would suggest finding one that eliminates all types of pollutants. If you're going to buy an air purifier you might as well buy one that does it all. And as with anything you always get what you pay for.