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Your Best Home Remedy This Winter: Humidifiers
When handled with care, humidifiers are great for relieving symptoms associated with dry winter and indoor air.
It’s that time of year again – lips are cracking, skin is flaking and sinuses are dry. Fortunately, a common at-home remedy can help put an end to the problems that come with cold, dry, winter air.
“When handled with care, humidifiers are great for relieving symptoms associated with dry winter and indoor air,” says Jessica Mason, DO, primary care provider with Hartford HealthCare Medical Group.
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So what do they do?
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Humidifiers release water vapor and add moisture to the air. There are four different types to choose from:
- Cool mist humidifiers release a cool mist into the air to trap impurities and help with colds and coughs.
- Ultrasonic humidifiers release a cool mist into the air using ultrasonic vibration that helps with dry skin and congestion.
- Warm mist humidifiers produce a warm, soothing mist best for treating colds and the flu.
- Whole house humidifiers are built into home heating and air conditioning systems and contribute to overall better health.
To learn more about humidifiers and their health benefits, visit the Hartford HealthCare News Hub.
