For some people, it is difficult to imagine how something they cannot see, touch, feel, or even smell can affect their health in such an important way. The perfect balance of negative ions in the air that we breathe can result in improved health to everyone. Invisible to the naked eye, it is difficult, however, to determine just what the perfect balance is. This is where a device such as the Aprilaire Humidifier comes in.
Unlike the more popularly known vaporizers, which utilize steam to add moisture into the air, an Aprilaire Humidifier is a type of evaporation humidifier which introduces cool vapor into the air through minute particles invisible to our eyes. Cost-effectiveness is just one of the many advantages of the Aprilaire Humidifier over standard vaporizers. It is more economical because no water needs to be heated. Thus, it has attracted the interest and attention of people who treasure their family’s health, wellness, and economic condition.
Natural environments such as beaches, mountains, and waterfalls have high levels of negatively ions. This is the reason why we experience renewed vitality after visiting such places-we feel refreshed, healthier, and more energetic. It would be nice if we could bottle up this invigorating environment and all the ions it contains and bring it home with us. Since this is impossible, we can only hope to replicate this experience in our daily lives using the Aprilaire Humidifier.
For the past 20 years, homes and offices have been built with the idea of protecting the people residing inside or working inside these structures against the elements. Constantly operating heaters and air conditioners have led to friction which further depletes the negative ions that our body requires to stay healthy. Unfortunately, in some homes or office buildings, zero levels of negative ions are detected. Low amounts of ions negatively affect people afflicted with asthma. Research has also established that low ions lead to low serotonin levels, triggering depression. Various health issues such as weakened immune systems, allergy attacks, sneezing and sinus problems, poor concentration, and anxiety, even headaches and dizziness as a result of too much exposure to computerized equipment containing cathode ray tubes, are just a few of the many negative effects of low concentrations of negative ions.
Think about the beaches and the waterfalls. The humid environments present in those places have positive effects on the people who reside in that area, or even to those who visit these places. A more humid environment is one of the more effective ways we can protect ourselves from the diseases and symptoms which take away enjoyment from our lives. An Aprilaire Humidifier can give us this type of environment. By filtering out dust mites, reducing dust particles, and killing bacteria, it can improve the quality of the air we breathe, providing us greater concentrations of negative ions.
Negative ions help bring much needed oxygen to human cells and tissues. Yes, they are invisible to the eyes, but with the Aprilaire Humidifier, we can certainly sense the benefits negative ions can bring to our well-being.
By: Artemus Gordon
If you live in a climate that’s typically hot and muggy all year long, the last thing you want to happen is have your central unit suddenly stop working. Purchasing, or upgrading, air conditioners is a task to be taken seriously and you should always make it a habit to compare brands and prices and the warranties involved before making your final decision. You want your new unit to last for many years, not suddenly need servicing after only a couple of months. By taking the time to compare the pros and cons of the different brands on the market, you will be able to find a top quality unit that will fit within your budget.
Your first step when starting your research into which air conditioner you’ll eventually choose is looking at what’s called the Seasonal Energy Efficient Rating for each brand. The higher the number, the higher the efficiency of the unit. Make sure that you examine the features that come with each brand. Many brands offer features that aren’t specifically necessary to the function of the unit and those will cause the cost to be higher in the end.
Believe it or not, when it comes to air conditioners you’ll need to check and see what kind of refrigerant is being used. Make sure that it’s Puron instead of Freon, which depletes the ozone. Puron is EPA approved and will not make your air conditioner obsolete after you purchase it. Another important feature to examine before deciding between brands is the parts and labor warranties. Everyone knows that these units can be expensive to fix if anything should happen and you will need to make sure that all the necessary parts and any labor involved in repairs is covered for at least 5 to 10 years.
And finally, the best thing you can do before making your purchase is to get a brand, whether it’s Mitsubishi or Amana, that’s Energy Star rated. Those brands that are not energy star rated will be considerably more expensive to operate than those brands that are rated. When you have a unit that’s energy star rated, it saves you hundreds, even thousands, of dollars a year on your electricity bill. A definite bonus if you live in a hot climate where you need to run your A/C continuously.
By: Rajesh Karavadia