In the summer season, people use AC a lot to get relief from the intense heat and humidity. AC makes the room cool and comfortable, which makes it easier to work and sleep, but excessive or wrong use of AC can also be harmful for health. By staying in AC for a long time, the body's natural ability to tolerate temperature starts reducing. This can cause dry skin, sore throat and increase breathing problems. Apart from this, living in cold and closed environment also increases the risk of bacteria and allergies.
AC Cold air reduces the moisture of the body, which can cause irritation and dryness in the eyes. Many times, sitting in AC for a long time makes the body stiff and pain can also be felt in the muscles. If the AC is not cleaned at the right time, then the dust and fungus accumulated in it can enter the body through breath, which is harmful for health. Sudden changes in temperature can also weaken immunity, increasing the risk of falling ill again and again. In such a situation, it is important to know which people should not live in AC.
Professor Dr. Subhash Giri, Director, Department of Medicine, RML Hospital. It is said that for some people, spending too much time in AC is not good for health. For people who have asthma, allergies or breathing problems, the cold and dry air of AC can increase the problem. The body of small children and elderly people is not able to adjust to changes in temperature quickly, hence they should not stay in AC for too long.
People who have weak immunity may also suffer from frequent cold or throat problems. Apart from this, excessive use of AC can be harmful for people who have skin problems like dryness or itching. People suffering from migraine or headache can also be triggered by cold air.
If you use AC, its damage can be avoided by adopting some precautions. First of all, do not keep the temperature of the AC too low, set it at a normal level so that the body does not feel cold suddenly. Go out of the room occasionally and get fresh air, this helps in maintaining balance in the body.
It is important to drink enough water, so that the body remains hydrated and there is no problem of dryness. It is also important to get the AC serviced regularly so that dust and bacteria accumulated in it can be avoided.
You can avail its benefits only by using AC properly. Living in a very cold environment changes the habits of the body, which can make it difficult to tolerate the outside heat. One should avoid direct AC air while sleeping, as it can cause sore throat or body pain.
Apart from this, it is also important to keep light ventilation in the room, so that fresh air keeps coming. Using AC in a balanced manner is better for health.
