How to stay warm and comfortable in winter with air conditioning? Don’t be blinded by the short-term warmth

Gradually, the winter cold has gradually intensified. In this biting cold season, air conditioning is indispensable. Whether it is at work or at home, it seems that air conditioning is necessary as soon as you enter the room. Many people are reluctant to leave the air-conditioned room once they stay in it. While enjoying the warmth, some health risks are also quietly buried.

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What are the dangers of using air conditioning for a long time?

1. Dry eyes

If people stay in an air-conditioned room with poor air circulation, low temperature and dryness for a long time, it may cause tears to evaporate faster, causing dry eyes and visual fatigue.

2. Irritation of respiratory tract

If the air conditioner is not cleaned for a long time, bacteria will easily grow inside. If people breathe this kind of bacteria-carrying air for a long time, it will easily irritate the respiratory tract and even cause other physical discomfort.

3. Dryness and inflammation

If you use air conditioning for heating for a long time and there is insufficient moisture, your mouth and nose will become dry quickly, which will aggravate the problem for people with respiratory problems.

4. Dry and itchy skin

The winter climate is dry, and if you turn on the air conditioner or heater at home, the moisture in the indoor air will evaporate. If you stay in such an environment for a long time, the moisture in the skin will be lost, and the skin will become dry and itchy. It may even make the skin fibers lose their toughness, leading to breakage and wrinkles.

5. Dizziness

After using the air conditioner for a period of time, we often feel our heads are a little hot. In more serious cases, our brains may even become dull, our study and work efficiency may decrease, and we may lose concentration.

6. Increase the possibility of obesity

When you turn on the air conditioner in cold weather, people will be in a warm and constant temperature for a long time. The body's metabolism will slow down, and calorie consumption will also decrease, causing fat to gradually accumulate.

What should we pay attention to in order to avoid the harm of air conditioning in winter?

1. Drink more water in air-conditioned rooms

Drink more water in an air-conditioned room. This is something you should do regardless of whether it is winter or summer.

2. Pay attention to ventilation

When the air conditioner is turned on, the doors and windows are closed, and people exhale a large amount of carbon dioxide, but lack the supply of fresh oxygen, which can easily cause hypoxia and chest tightness. It is best to ensure ventilation at fixed times.

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3. Make the air conditioner blow air downward

When the air conditioner is heating in winter, the hot air is upward, so the air outlet is facing downward, so that the indoor air can flow better. But remember not to blow it towards people, because after a long time, it will not only feel very dry, but also cause dizziness.

4. Maintain a certain humidity

When heating, remember to turn on the humidifier or place a basin with water to increase the humidity of the air and reduce various discomforts caused by dryness.

5. Pay attention to indoor cleanliness

Pay attention to the cleanliness of the home environment. You can also place some air-purifying plants indoors to clean and moisten the air and keep the indoor air fresh.

6. Clean the air conditioning filter

When the air conditioner is heating in winter, it is easier for the dust in the air conditioner to breed bacteria. Before using it in winter, the inside of the air conditioner should be cleaned, especially the filter and fins of the air conditioner, which is beneficial to breathing health.

7. Choose a healthy temperature

Choose a temperature that suits the human body. In winter, it is generally around 20 degrees. A temperature of 20°C makes people feel neither cold nor hot. Wearing thick pajamas indoors will not be cold, and it will not affect indoor life.

8. Appropriate outdoor activities

In winter, you can't stay in the air-conditioned room for a long time. Going outdoors every day to do appropriate activities and breathe fresh air can improve people's immunity. After all, being properly exposed to some cold and heat can exercise the body and mind, which is more beneficial to health, and proper activities in winter can help sleep.

Although air conditioners are warm in winter, they must be used correctly and attention must be paid to protection and moisturizing.