{"id":35,"date":"2016-06-24T19:56:46","date_gmt":"2016-06-24T19:56:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/?p=35"},"modified":"2017-10-24T19:58:32","modified_gmt":"2017-10-24T19:58:32","slug":"know-using-humidifier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/2016\/06\/24\/know-using-humidifier\/","title":{"rendered":"What Should You Know About Using a Humidifier"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air. While you can\u2019t control the humidity outside, you can control it inside your home with a device called a humidifier.<\/p>\n

Humidity levels in your house should be between 30 and 50 percent. Too much dry air can contribute\u00a0to problems with both your health and your home. Not enough humidity in the air can cause dry skin and respiratory issues. But did you know it can also damage your furniture?<\/p>\n

First off, let\u2019s clear the air about what a humidifier is and is not.<\/p>\n

Humidifier defined<\/strong>
\nA humidifier is a device that adds moisture to the air in a room. Especially in the winter, humidifiers can help prevent airborne viruses like the cold or the flu.\u00a0But beware. Overuse of a humidifier can worsen respiratory issues. It also puts your home at a higher risk for developing mold.<\/p>\n

Benefits<\/strong>
\nWhen used properly, a humidifier in your home can be beneficial to your health.<\/p>\n

Vibrant skin<\/strong>
\nDry air and dry skin go hand-in-hand. A humidifier can help you lock\u00a0in your skin\u2019s natural moisture. You\u2019ll be protected against dry and flaking skin, making you look young and healthy.<\/p>\n

Protect and maintain the home<\/strong>
\nWood furnishings do better when the humidity is higher. They are less likely to crack and will remain solid for years to come.<\/p>\n

If you have a green thumb, your houseplants will thank you for using a humidifier. In dry climates or in the winter, a plant\u2019s soil can dry out more quickly. Keeping the air moist will help keep your plants happy and healthy.<\/p>\n

Improve sleep<\/strong>
\nKeeping the air in your bedroom moist at night can improve sleep. The moist environment can make you feel comfortable and warm, allowing for a good night\u2019s rest.<\/p>\n

Relieve congestion and reduce risk of infection<\/strong>
\nViruses and bacteria don\u2019t travel well in high humidity. A room or home with an appropriate level of humidity has a reduced risk of spreading airborne illness.<\/p>\n

Should you get congested, a humidifier will keep your sinuses dry and help keep you comfortable. Humidifiers also benefit your vocal cords. You won\u2019t snore as much at night and won\u2019t wake up in the morning with a growling voice.<\/p>\n

Precautions<\/strong>
\nIt cannot be stressed enough how important it is to keep a humidifier clean. Bacteria and mold can build up, making a humidifier more harm than good. Use distilled water and be sure to clean out the humidifier once a week.<\/p>\n

Getting burned by a humidifier is a common risk of\u00a0using one. It is crucial to keep small children away from humidifiers.<\/p>\n

Which type should I buy?<\/strong>
\nDepending on your needs, there are many types and brands of humidifiers on the market. Some options available are cordless, travel, as well as systems for your entire home.<\/p>\n

As far as home remedies go, a humidifier is worth the investment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air. While you can\u2019t control the humidity outside, you can control it inside your home with a device called a humidifier. Humidity levels in your house should be between 30 and 50 percent. Too much dry air can contribute\u00a0to problems with both your health and your […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=35"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":36,"href":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35\/revisions\/36"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=35"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=35"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/site.aaawholesalecompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=35"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}