Problems with Breathing and the Air

May 12, 2026, 11:57
IndiaHealth

Introduction

Many people have problems with their nose and throat. This happens because of pollen, changes in temperature, and dirty air inside homes.

Main Body

The weather is changing. Plants grow more and make more pollen. This makes allergies worse in cities like Boise and San Diego. People use medicine to feel better. Cold air from air conditioners can also hurt the nose. When you move from hot air to cold air, your nose may run. This is not a cold virus. It is a reaction to the temperature. Dust and mold in the house are bad for your lungs. People with asthma feel sick because of these things. You should clean your house with a wet cloth and change your air filters.

Conclusion

Climate change and bad indoor air make it hard for people to breathe.

Learning

πŸŒ€ The 'Action β†’ Result' Pattern

Look at how the text connects a cause to a feeling. This is the fastest way to move from A1 to A2 because it allows you to explain why things happen.

Pattern 1: The 'Because of' Bridge Instead of saying "I am sick," we say why.

  • Pollen β†’\rightarrow allergies β†’\rightarrow because of pollen.
  • Dust β†’\rightarrow asthma β†’\rightarrow because of these things.

Pattern 2: Simple Cause & Effect Notice how the text uses basic verbs to show a change:

  • Plants grow β†’\rightarrow makes allergies worse.
  • Cold air β†’\rightarrow can hurt the nose.
  • Move to cold air β†’\rightarrow nose may run.

πŸ’‘ Key Vocabulary for Your Daily Life

  • Feel better: To stop feeling sick.
  • Runny nose: When liquid comes from your nose (not a virus!).
  • Bad for: Something that hurts your health (e.g., "Dust is bad for your lungs").

Vocabulary Learning

problems
issues or difficulties
Example:She has many problems with her homework.
breathing
the act of inhaling and exhaling
Example:He was having trouble breathing after the run.
air
the invisible mixture of gases that surrounds us
Example:The air in the room was dusty.
nose
the part of the face that you use to smell
Example:She blew her nose because it was itchy.
pollen
tiny grains from flowers that can cause allergies
Example:Pollen is in the air during spring.
weather
the state of the atmosphere at a particular time
Example:The weather is hot today.
plants
living things that grow in the ground
Example:Plants need water to grow.
allergies
a reaction that makes you sneeze or itch
Example:He has allergies to dust.
medicine
a drug that helps you feel better
Example:She took medicine for her cough.
dust
tiny particles that can be seen in the air
Example:Dust can make your eyes water.
mold
a type of fungus that grows on damp surfaces
Example:Mold can make the house smell bad.
lungs
organs in the chest that help you breathe
Example:Lungs need clean air to work well.
asthma
a disease that makes breathing hard
Example:Asthma can flare up when it rains.
clean
to make something free of dirt
Example:She cleaned the windows with a wet cloth.
wet
having or covered with water
Example:The cloth was wet after the wash.
cloth
a piece of fabric used for cleaning
Example:He used a cloth to wipe the table.
change
to make something different
Example:You should change the air filter every month.
filters
devices that remove dust from air
Example:Filters keep the air clean in the house.
climate
the usual weather in a place over a long time
Example:The climate here is hot and dry.
indoor
inside a building
Example:Indoor air can be polluted.
hard
difficult to do
Example:It is hard to breathe when the air is dirty.
must
something you have to do
Example:You must wear a mask when it rains.