There are hidden dangers of dehydration in the body by sleeping with the heater on, doctor tells the right way.

The temperature becomes very low in winter, in such a situation many people like to sleep with the heater on to get warmth at night. In cold weather, the room gets cold quickly, which causes difficulty in sleeping and feeling tired in the morning. The heater makes the room air warm and comfortable, so people run it continuously. Especially the elderly, children and people suffering from cold and cough use heaters more to avoid cold. However, sleeping with the heater on can cause many harms to the body. Let us know.

heater Due to continuous walking, the humidity of the room reduces and the air becomes dry. Due to this, the skin, lips and throat become dry and the lack of water in the body i.e. dehydration can gradually increase. Dry air can also cause irritation in the nose, itching in the eyes and difficulty in breathing. Prolonged use of heater increases problems like headache, dizziness and fatigue. It can be more harmful for people who have asthma, allergies or breathing problems. Constantly sleeping in dry air also spoils the quality of sleep. Therefore, it is important to use heaters wisely and properly in winter. Let us know about this from the doctor.

Know from the doctor how to use the heater?

Dr. Subhash Giri in the Department of Medicine at RML Hospital It is said that there is no harm in sleeping with the heater on, but it is very important to use it properly. It is beneficial to keep a bucket of water or a humidifier along with the heater to prevent the room air from completely drying out. This maintains moisture in the air and reduces the risk of dehydration.

Avoid running the heater in full mode all night and use a timer or low-mode instead. It is also important to apply a light moisturizer before sleeping, increase water intake and maintain some ventilation in the room. People with asthma or allergies should take special care. By using the heater in a correct and balanced manner, its disadvantages can be reduced to a great extent.

It is also important

Keep a bucket of water in the room with the heater.

Use low-mode or timer instead of full mode.

Apply moisturizer before sleeping.

Drink enough water throughout the day.

Maintain light ventilation in the room.

Limit the use of heaters in rooms of children and the elderly.