These pollutants cause lung irritation and weaken the body's defenses against respiratory infections such as pneumonia and influenza. (wattsupwiththat.com)
The dust «may cause burning, drying, itching and other discomfort, resulting in reddening of the eyes,» not to mention lung irritation. (cbc.ca)
Although they are made from natural ingredients, «natural» paints may still emit significant amounts of VOCs from ingredients like turpenes or citrus oil, which can also cause eye or lung irritation in some people. (treehugger.com)