Don't let the weather drearies get you down. Perk up your place with a pretty plant that will suck the toxins out of the air that you breathe. From formaldehyde to benzene to ammonia and other VOCs that emanate from furniture, cleaning products, and other everyday home items, these airborne chemicals can accumulate in our bodies and exacerbate allergies, making some people pretty sick. Begone! Be green and leafy! Host: Jennifer Prediger.—Shot and edited by Brit Liggett

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