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Why Air Conditioning Is An Essential Part To Day-To-Day Life

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It's hot. It's humid. You're sweating. And, you're probably thinking to yourself: "I can't take this anymore!" If so, we feel your pain! But the good news is that there is a solution to all of these problems: Air Conditioning! If you've held off installing it, it's time to reconsider. It not only provides relief from the heat and humidity during the summer months it also has many other benefits for our physical and mental health.

 This article (with help from On the Spot Air Conditioning & Heating) will give you nine reasons why conditioning the air is an essential part of day-to-day life and can improve your home or office environment.

 For starters, air conditioning it helps us sleep better. Studies have shown that if our bedroom is hotter than 70 degrees Fahrenheit, it will make for a restless night's rest and an unhappy you in the morning. However, with air conditioning, your body temperature cools down as soon as you shut off the lights at bedtime, which results in a much more relaxing slumber.

Air to breathe

It may seem hard to believe, but scientists say indoor air quality is often five times worse than outdoor air because of contaminants from household products such as paint, cleaning supplies and pesticides—not to mention allergens like dust mites or pet dander. In fact, according to the American Lung Association, poor indoor air quality has been linked with respiratory problems such as asthma attacks, among other issues. The good news is that the EPA says even tiny improvements in indoor air quality can lead to enormous health benefits. With an air conditioner, you provide clean, fresh air for your family or co-workers, which will be much healthier and safer than stale, dirty air.

It makes us happy

We know what you're thinking—that's probably just a marketing ploy from the AC companies to get more sales, right? Wrong! Scientists have proven that being exposed to cooler temperatures stimulates our brain to release serotonin, which elevates moods and makes people feel happier. So when it comes down to it, having colder temperatures indoors keeps us calm and prevents seasonal affective disorder during those cold winter months too.

 Who doesn't love a cool shower? Whether you're having an extra sweaty workout or just sitting at your desk all day, air conditioning helps makes those hot showers feel so much better. Studies have shown that when the ambient temperature is lower, people tend to be more active and perform better throughout their daily routines. 

Stay motivated with a/c

It has been proven that low temperatures can boost performance in athletes, making them stronger, faster, and less likely to succumb to illness or injury during strenuous exercises such as marathons. Professional sports teams also rely on cooler temps for practices by using ice vests instead of water-filled ones because it takes less time for players' bodies to cool down, keeping muscles from cramping up. By taking shorter, cooler showers you can also help reduce that post-workout muscle pain and soreness.

According to researchers, those who work in colder office environments tend to be more attentive, alert and focused throughout the day. A study conducted by Ergoflex found that workers were 15 percent more productive when their offices had an ambient temperature between 68 – 77 degrees Fahrenheit compared with warmer temps of 86 – 95 degrees Fahrenheit. By working in a cold environment, it will make your brain more active, which helps improve productivity for everyone involved—which is why some companies are even installing special thermostats that allow employees to choose their preferred temperatures at certain times during the day rather than having everything set on one central AC system.

It makes us eat healthier

With the temperatures outside getting hotter and more humid, it's no surprise that we tend to snack on much less healthy foods when hot weather hits. A study from Cornell University found that people ate an average of 44 per cent more cold items like salads or fruit, which is excellent for our health. It has also been shown by research published in Appetite journal that hungry individuals consume fewer fat-related nutrients compared with those who had just eaten—which means there is some truth behind snacking at certain times during the day. So whether you're trying to lose weight or stick to your diet, staying relaxed will help you make better food choices all summer long.

Keeps your plants alive

We all know how much we love spending time in our gardens during the warm weather months, but it can be such a real bummer when you're favorite flowers, and veggies start to wilt away from lack of water. By having an air conditioner, you will keep your soil at optimal temperatures, which will help produce healthy crops that are less likely to die. Most importantly, keeping them cooled down helps prevent root rot and other diseases—so don't forget about those garden chores until the seasons change again.

Tame allergies with a/c

If there's one thing we hate more than getting hot or sweaty, its sneezing every two seconds because we have hay fever, right? Luckily, using an air conditioner unit indoors will reduce the amount of dust entering your home, which means less sneezing and watery eyes. This is especially helpful for those who suffer from symptoms year-round or have a history of allergies in their family.

It helps your pets

If you love taking Fido with you on all of your adventures but hate it when he gets too hot, then this one's for you. Studies show that animals often experience pain and discomfort just as humans do, so keeping them cool will help prevent heatstroke and other heat-induced illnesses—make sure to give him plenty of water after exercising outside. Plus, if it's warm out, try placing an indoor pet bed near the AC unit, which should provide some pleasant cold breezes during these humid months.

Take advantage of free cooling

It may sound strange, but through unique vents placed throughout buildings such as hospitals, schools or even your workplace, you can take advantage of "free" cooling by opening windows. This is because buildings have what's called a "nighttime setback setting", which means the temperature lowers slightly at night so that during the day when everyone needs it again, things can heat up quickly without being too extreme. So, if it's nice out, open some windows and let nature do its something—this will save money on energy bills while still keeping you cool all summer long.

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