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Another scorcher of a day with the humidex reaching 28 degrees Celsius today and getting even warmer as we near the weekend. Nothing feels better that getting out of the sun and enjoying some shade, unless there is air conditioning that is. But, can you get too much of this cool comfort? According to some experts, too much exposure to cold air conditioning can cause your body to have difficulty regulating it’s temperature when you go outside. That is one of the dangers associated with enjoying the cool air during the hot summer weather. Here are a few more things to think of.
Staying Too Much in Air Conditioning can Affect your Health: Know How
Now in no way am I trying to say that AC is a bad thing. I will admit that I do find it a bit foolish to see people bundled up in sweaters and covered with blankets in the office when the temperature is in the high twenties outside. After spending the weekend in the hayfield and planning to head back there this afternoon, the cool air feels good. But 22 Celsius is good, 18 degrees is a bit much. That brings up a good point. How cold should you set your air conditioner? The most common answer to that question is 26 degrees … the Department of Energy recommends us to set our thermostats to 78F (26C) to be comfortable.
Here are a few more tips for the most effective use of your cooling system.
11 Air Conditioner Blunders to Avoid on Hot Summer Days
I know not everyone has AC, I am one of them without. But there are other tricks for keeping your home cool when it’s hot outside. Curtains and ceiling fans on. Also keeping doors closed when the sun is high. Here are a few more tips for those of us without AC.
10 tips to keep you and your house cool this summer
Are you reading this in a chilly office right now? Here is something to make you smile. Have a great day.
