Tuesday, December 24, 2013

The Health Benefits Of Air Conditioning

By Melissa Wilson


Although air conditioning has been installed in most homes, there remain many homes among the poor and elderly where it is not available. Keeping homes cool during the hot summer days can provide more than just comfort. The use of these systems benefits the physical as well as mental health of occupants.

Cooling the home during the summer is one of the greatest innovations in creating a healthy environment. The cooler temperatures are helpful for all, but especially useful for the sick. It can benefit very young children as well as the elderly, both of whom are less able to deal with the effects of high heat.

If an individual suffers from allergies or other respiratory conditions, he or she will also benefit from the filtering of the air provided by AC. All the air inside a home travels through the filter several times daily. These units are more effective than portable ones at removing pollen. Owners should change filters regularly for most effective protection.

Living in excessive cold or heat can cause fatigue. If a home is too hot or too cold, the body uses more energy to help regulate its own temperature. People feel tired without knowing why. In extreme heat where temperatures are in the upper 90s the individual can experience heat sickness even when in a home if there is no cooling.

A comfortable home can reduce both mental and physical stress. Hot homes are more likely to cause domestic disputes. The repeated stress can affect children's willingness to cooperate with parents.

The constant stress of living in a home that is too hot affects physical as well as mental health. However, with air conditioning, the home becomes a place to recover and relax from the stress caused by the heat of summer. For more information on the options for cooling a home the owner will want to contact an HVAC company.




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Most people choose to use an air conditioner for personal comfort since these devices work to maintain a cooler indoor temperature during hot summer days. Although they do provide bodily comfort, these devices can also offer many health benefits.

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