Should you “burp” your house during the winter? Meteorologist Kim Adams says it’s a good idea.

In Germany, there is a common habit called “lüften.” It means airing out your home.

You open windows wide for a short time, then close them again.

On social media in the United States, some people call this same idea “house burping.”

German environmental guidance suggests doing short, wide-airing a few times a day, especially after sleeping, cooking, or showering.

In winter, five to 10 minutes is often enough.

Opening windows on opposite sides (or a window and a door) can create a quick draft that swaps the air faster.

One big benefit is healthier indoor air.

Pollutants from cooking, candles, smoke, and some household products can build up indoors.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) explains that ventilation helps remove or dilute airborne pollutants indoors.

The EPA also notes that when ventilation is inadequate, indoor pollutant levels can rise because fresh outdoor air does not dilute them.

Lüften can also lower moisture.

Showers, boiling water, drying laundry, and even breathing add water vapor to the air.

If humid air remains trapped, it can condense on cold windows and walls.

Ventilation helps control indoor humidity, and health guidance says dampness and inadequate ventilation can lead to mold and other microbes in indoor air, which can affect breathing.

Because the windows are open only briefly, lüften is often used as a quick refresh instead of leaving a window cracked for hours.

Germany’s Federal Environment Ministry recommends this short-airing style and suggests turning off the heat while the windows are open to avoid wasting energy.

Finally, “house burping” is not right for every situation.

If outdoor air is smoky (like during wildfires) or very polluted, opening windows can bring those pollutants inside.

The EPA recommends being careful about using ventilation when there are nearby outdoor sources of pollution.

Our air quality is still considered unhealthy for sensitive groups.

But this weekend should be a great time to open up the windows and let out a big burp! Excuse me.

MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich. – Detroit 75 Kitchen, the popular food truck, is opening its first dine-in location in Oakland County this week.

The new dine-in location, at 32275 Stephenson Highway, officially opens on Friday, Feb. 20, according to a release.

Chef Mike and his brother, Ahmad Nassar, launched Detroit 75 Kitchen from a food trailer parked at their family’s truck stop on Fort Street near the Ambassador Bridge. Originally focused on feeding truck drivers and nearby workers, the operation quickly gained a following.

The brothers later tested demand with a pop-up at the former Sears Auto Center near Oakland Mall. After seeing strong community support, they decided to open a permanent restaurant in Madison Heights.

“Madison Heights is exactly where we want to be,” said Ahmad Nassar, co-owner of Detroit 75 Kitchen. “We started by feeding truck drivers—people who want real food at a fair price. We’re not trying to be a destination restaurant where you visit once for Instagram. We want to be the place you stop for lunch, on your way home from work, where you know the staff and they know your order. That’s what a neighborhood sandwich shop should be.”

The new restaurant represents a $1.5 million investment and will employ 25 full-time team members.

The space features a bright retro-diner design with terrazzo-style floors, mid-century-inspired finishes and unique touches like recycled Faygo pop bottles embedded in tabletops. The walls display awards, memorabilia from Detroit sporting events and art celebrating Detroit’s food culture.

A seasonal patio is expected to open later this spring.

The grand opening aligns with the first Friday of Lent, which is typically one of the business’s busiest times of year, according to the release.

During Lent, the new Madison Heights location will offer a daily seafood menu featuring its Fisher Fwy. Fish sandwich in catfish, haddock and Lake Erie walleye varieties, along with fish and chips and a shrimp po’ boy. Additional Lent specials are also planned.

The brand was previously named one of the Top 3 Food Trucks in the U.S. and also ranked among the Top 100 Restaurants in the country by US Weekly.

The dine-in restaurant is located at 32275 Stephenson Highway. It will be open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday. The restaurant will be closed on Sundays.