Summer evenings are often hot and muggy. To be able to sleep well, the solution that almost everyone adopts is to use a fan, positioned in a strategic point of the room so that you can rest without sweating (too much). But there, sleeping with that mechanical fan on may not be the best thing to do to stay healthy. But what are the risks? We explain.
It can trigger asthma attacks and allergies
Among the first reasons Martin Seeley, MattressNextDay CEO and sleep expert, cites is increased risk of allergy or asthma attack. For what ? By circulating the air, the fan will also dance dust mites, spores, pollen and other allergens through the room. At best, sneezing, eye irritation, or an itchy throat will be the only symptoms you experience. In other people, asthma attacks are possible.
But then, what to do? According to the same expert whose statements were reported by Glamorous UK : “If you have the budget, it’s worth upgrading to a better fan that can purify the air by reducing pollen particles and dust mites throughout the room. However, if this is not possible, regular deep cleaning of your room will help relieve your allergies.
A stiff neck
Refreshing a room is one thing. But pointing the fan directly at you to get the maximum amount of air is another. And unfortunately, this action can be costly. And for good reason, it can create stiffness or pain in the muscles or even in the neck. But why ? Martin Seeley explains the phenomenon: “ That’s because concentrated fresh air can make your muscles tense and cramp, causing you even more pain. You may also notice that you have a stiff neck from using an electric fan, so avoid using it for a few nights to see if you notice a difference. »
congestion
Congestion is one of the well-known risks of using a fan or air conditioning at night. But why is such a problem often encountered? Simply because the air dries out the mucous membranes, forcing the body to produce more mucus to maintain hydration. The problem is that this reaction also causes headaches, sinusitis and stuffy nose. To decongest everything, the expert recommends drinking at least 2 liters of water during the day in order to stay adequately hydrated.
What to do when the heat becomes unbearable?
Run your wrists under cold water
Placing your wrists under cold water cools your entire body in less than a minute. In any case, this is the method recommended by the expert, who explains that a shower is not always necessary to get that much-needed coolness during the night.
Sleep on a frozen pillowcase
An hour before bedtime, place the pillowcase (previously wrapped in a bag or cloth) in the freezer. As a result, it will be very fresh (without being frozen) and will refresh you for several hours of the night.
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Source: Madmoizelle
Mary Crossley is an author at “The Fashion Vibes”. She is a seasoned journalist who is dedicated to delivering the latest news to her readers. With a keen sense of what’s important, Mary covers a wide range of topics, from politics to lifestyle and everything in between.
