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2012年8月31日 星期五

Diabetes Blood Sugar Levels - Tips on How to Monitor Your Blood Glucose at Home


Is monitoring blood glucose levels at home something you are going to have to do for either yourself or a family member?

Monitoring blood glucose levels at home is part of the diabetes treatment that is advocated by physicians all over the world today in addition to the diabetes diet. Most physicians recommend that patients acquire a blood glucose monitor or a glucose meter and learn how to take a glucose test and glucose reading on a daily basis.

However, physicians caution that the accuracy of the glucose reading taken at home depends on the capabilities of the glucose meter and the way the glucose test is taken. So it is very important that the person using the blood glucose monitor reads the manual supplied with the glucose meter and follows the instructions faithfully. The test must be performed using the proper techniques and the meter should be properly calibrated.

Home glucose meters are considered to be accurate if their reading falls within a 20% + or - variance to the Lab analyzed blood sample. This is because the Lab tests are done on the plasma extracts of the blood sample and home glucose tests are done on whole blood samples. However, modern blood glucose monitors take care of the variance and calibrate their glucose reading to match with Lab readings up to 5% level of accuracy.

If the glucose readings are significantly low, look for signs of hypoglycemia or abnormal low level of sugar in the blood. The symptoms include lethargy, confusion, inattention, shakiness or coordination problems. Immediately give the patient something sweet to eat like honey. This is emergency diabetic treatment. Later check on the diabetes diet prescribed by the physician and discuss with him on what has gone wrong in the diabetes treatment.

If none of these problems of hypoglycemia are evident, then the test procedure may need to be checked for accuracy:-


Check if the sample was large enough to cover the strip's test area completely.
Check whether the strip has been handled and stored as instructed.
Some strips are sensitive in the sampling area and should not be touched while handling. The strips should be taken out from the box and the foil only a few seconds before using. If the strips are to be taken in a car, all effort should be made to ensure that they are not exposed to high temperatures or humidity. Check the expiry date on the strip. Use the strip with the prescribed meter only and ensure that the code from the strip container matches the number coded into the machine. You could get incorrect readings for the following reasons:-


The glucose meter is dirty
The meter had been dropped on the floor or from a height and damaged.
The glucose meter is stored in high temperature conditions.
The solutions that come with the blood glucose monitor could have expired.
Despite all precautions and faithful adherence to the instructions contained in the manual, if your meter continues to give you an erroneous reading, call the manufacturer.

Monitoring blood glucose levels at home is not very difficult but it must be remembered that glucose meters become less reliable over time and must be checked thoroughly before use. The new models of blood glucose monitors are easier to use and more foolproof. The test strips require only a small drop of blood and are corrected to plasma values. The results are easier to understand and compare with the results from the lab. Built-in memory for storing results and faster test times make these meters very attractive.

Patients using glucose meters to record the glucose reading as part of their daily diabetes management should learn how to maintain the results of the tests and how to record them:-
Glucose test and glucose readings must be set down on paper along with the time and date and details of the dose of medication taken.
Details of food intake, exercise and difficulties with the illness should also be recorded.
Stress should also be recorded whenever applicable.
This method helps the health care professional identify daily patterns and make necessary medication adjustments to the diabetes treatment and diabetes diet.




Michael Jennings has a special interest in diabetes and invites you to find out how to manage diabetes naturally through diet [http://www.treat-diabetes-naturally.com]. He also supplies up-to-date information on blood glucose monitors and diabetes to help you in the management of your condition.





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2012年8月29日 星期三

Humidity and Moisture Levels In The Home


Clueless about humidity levels in the home? If you're reading this article, then you no doubt have some questions regarding humidity levels such as what is a suitable humidity for home? What is Relative Humidity (RH)? Or just how can dehumidifiers for home use help with dealing with your humidity levels? Below, everything you need to know is broken down.

Whats the Difference?

Moisture or "Water Vapour"

To put it simply, moisture (or water vapour) is water in a gas form (liquid being the obvious water, and solid being ice). One main way that water vapour increases is evaporation. Water evaporates everywhere; rivers, plants, the sea, lakes, puddles, the ground and just about any water source. The amount of moisture in the air can vary from a little to a lot, and most of the moisture contained within our atmosphere is in the initial ten thousand feet about the surface. Humidity is basically a measurement of the moisture/water vapour in the air.

Absolute humidity

Absolute Humidity is a measurement of the amount of moisture in the air, regardless of air temperature. And is measured in grams of water vapour per cubic meter volume of air. The more moisture/water vapour in the air, the higher the absolute humidity.

An example would be that at max, about 30 grams of moisture can exist in a cubic meter volume of air a temperature around the mid 80's.

Relative Humidity

Relative humidity also measures the amount of moisture in the air, but as a percentage relative to air temperature. Basically, it's a measurement of the ACTUAL amount of moisture/water vapour currently in the air compared with the water vapour amount that can exist at the current temperature. It is simply a measurement as a percentage, telling you just how much of the air around you is water vapour, while being relative to the temperature. So 70% RH = 70% water vapour, 30% air.

Whats A Suitable Humidity Level for Home?

Different relative humidity levels can suit different situations. The typical (and comfortable) humidity level suitable for home is around 50-55%. Mold will struggle to form and expand in anything under 50%, and it will be comfortable to live and breathe in.

There are situations where lowering the humidity will benefit though, such as Asthma sufferers. Dust mites and the debris that they leave behind are a common aggravator of those suffering from Asthma and they enjoy levels of 50% or higher. So lowering the level to around 40% will help control the mites and reduce the effects.

Another example is the condensation on windows that can occur in the winter months (or cold in general). A humidity of around 30% would help prevent this, all though some may find the air a little dry at this level.

So, heres a simple recap:

General "Right" Level: 50-55%

Dust Mite Prevention: 40%

For Asthma Sufferer's: 40%

Condensation in the Cold: 30%

How Would I Assess My Humidity Problem?

The easiest way to do this would be to use a humidity meter or otherwise known as a Hygrometer. If you dont own or want to have to purchase a Hygrometer then the other way is to simply keep an eye out for symptoms of excess moisture such as dampness, rot and mould.

How Can A Dehumidifier Help Me?

Many dehumidifiers for home feature humidistats and auto shut off features when they reach your required humidity. You could for example, have a basement that is at 70%, and you wish for it to go down to 40-50% and keep it at that, so you would programme your dehumidifier for home to shut off once it reaches 40%, but maintain it at that and automatically bring it back down when needs be.

Or for the more simple and cheaper models which dont feature humidistats, you could assess your RH with a hygrometer (humidity meter) and just keep tabs on what level it is decreasing too.




If you require more information, consumer advice or reviews on dehumidifiers for home, humidity and more. Then please visit Dehumidifiers for Home.

For more information on humidity levels within the home, click HERE





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2012年8月27日 星期一

Are Indoor Humidity Levels Affecting Your Health?


The ideal indoor humidity level is either 35% to 45% or 40% to 50% depending on who you ask. Thankfully, the human body is quite flexible and you do not have too aim at an exact figure. The important thing is to avoid extremes. Living indoors is not entirely natural. The artificial environments that we create for ourselves can sometimes cause extremes of humidity to occur. For short periods of time this is nothing to worry about, but the long term effects can be quite unpleasant.

If the humidity level regularly exceeds 50% you are likely to experience a rapidly increasing dust mite population, which will affect allergy sufferers. Permanently damp rooms tend to have a musty smell. The damp air is a perfect breeding ground for mold, mildew and fungus, which can cause serious health problems. Where ever possible the cause of such conditions should be removed, but it is not always that simple and a dehumidifier may be required. A modern dehumidifier with built in humidistat can be programmed to maintain a humidity level below 50%. There are a wide variety available, so it is important to find the correct type for your situation. A useful guide to dehumidifiers can be found at DehumidifierTips.com

Consistently low humidity levels are also bad. This tends to occur when the weather is cold outside and we turn up the heat in our homes. The most noticeable effects are a sore throat and sinus pain, symptoms that are common in modern society at certain times of year. You can also get dry skin and itchy eyes. The solution is to buy a humidifier that will put moisture back into the air. Like dehumidifiers, these can be programmed to operate automatically, and there is a huge range available that make the most of a variety of different humidification techniques. These techniques are explored in detail at HumidifierInformation.com together with everything else you need to know on the subject.

If any of these symptoms sound familiar, maybe you should buy a hygrometer (humidity meter) and take some readings to find out if humidity is the cause. With modern technology at your disposal there is no need for your health to suffer.




You can find out more about optimum indoor humidity levels at http://www.humidifierinformation.com





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2012年6月11日 星期一

Humidity and Moisture Levels In The Home


Clueless about humidity levels in the home? If you're reading this article, then you no doubt have some questions regarding humidity levels such as what is a suitable humidity for home? What is Relative Humidity (RH)? Or just how can dehumidifiers for home use help with dealing with your humidity levels? Below, everything you need to know is broken down.

Whats the Difference?

Moisture or "Water Vapour"

To put it simply, moisture (or water vapour) is water in a gas form (liquid being the obvious water, and solid being ice). One main way that water vapour increases is evaporation. Water evaporates everywhere; rivers, plants, the sea, lakes, puddles, the ground and just about any water source. The amount of moisture in the air can vary from a little to a lot, and most of the moisture contained within our atmosphere is in the initial ten thousand feet about the surface. Humidity is basically a measurement of the moisture/water vapour in the air.

Absolute humidity

Absolute Humidity is a measurement of the amount of moisture in the air, regardless of air temperature. And is measured in grams of water vapour per cubic meter volume of air. The more moisture/water vapour in the air, the higher the absolute humidity.

An example would be that at max, about 30 grams of moisture can exist in a cubic meter volume of air a temperature around the mid 80's.

Relative Humidity

Relative humidity also measures the amount of moisture in the air, but as a percentage relative to air temperature. Basically, it's a measurement of the ACTUAL amount of moisture/water vapour currently in the air compared with the water vapour amount that can exist at the current temperature. It is simply a measurement as a percentage, telling you just how much of the air around you is water vapour, while being relative to the temperature. So 70% RH = 70% water vapour, 30% air.

Whats A Suitable Humidity Level for Home?

Different relative humidity levels can suit different situations. The typical (and comfortable) humidity level suitable for home is around 50-55%. Mold will struggle to form and expand in anything under 50%, and it will be comfortable to live and breathe in.

There are situations where lowering the humidity will benefit though, such as Asthma sufferers. Dust mites and the debris that they leave behind are a common aggravator of those suffering from Asthma and they enjoy levels of 50% or higher. So lowering the level to around 40% will help control the mites and reduce the effects.

Another example is the condensation on windows that can occur in the winter months (or cold in general). A humidity of around 30% would help prevent this, all though some may find the air a little dry at this level.

So, heres a simple recap:

General "Right" Level: 50-55%

Dust Mite Prevention: 40%

For Asthma Sufferer's: 40%

Condensation in the Cold: 30%

How Would I Assess My Humidity Problem?

The easiest way to do this would be to use a humidity meter or otherwise known as a Hygrometer. If you dont own or want to have to purchase a Hygrometer then the other way is to simply keep an eye out for symptoms of excess moisture such as dampness, rot and mould.

How Can A Dehumidifier Help Me?

Many dehumidifiers for home feature humidistats and auto shut off features when they reach your required humidity. You could for example, have a basement that is at 70%, and you wish for it to go down to 40-50% and keep it at that, so you would programme your dehumidifier for home to shut off once it reaches 40%, but maintain it at that and automatically bring it back down when needs be.

Or for the more simple and cheaper models which dont feature humidistats, you could assess your RH with a hygrometer (humidity meter) and just keep tabs on what level it is decreasing too.




If you require more information, consumer advice or reviews on dehumidifiers for home, humidity and more. Then please visit Dehumidifiers for Home.

For more information on humidity levels within the home, click HERE





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2012年6月8日 星期五

Are Indoor Humidity Levels Affecting Your Health?


The ideal indoor humidity level is either 35% to 45% or 40% to 50% depending on who you ask. Thankfully, the human body is quite flexible and you do not have too aim at an exact figure. The important thing is to avoid extremes. Living indoors is not entirely natural. The artificial environments that we create for ourselves can sometimes cause extremes of humidity to occur. For short periods of time this is nothing to worry about, but the long term effects can be quite unpleasant.

If the humidity level regularly exceeds 50% you are likely to experience a rapidly increasing dust mite population, which will affect allergy sufferers. Permanently damp rooms tend to have a musty smell. The damp air is a perfect breeding ground for mold, mildew and fungus, which can cause serious health problems. Where ever possible the cause of such conditions should be removed, but it is not always that simple and a dehumidifier may be required. A modern dehumidifier with built in humidistat can be programmed to maintain a humidity level below 50%. There are a wide variety available, so it is important to find the correct type for your situation. A useful guide to dehumidifiers can be found at DehumidifierTips.com

Consistently low humidity levels are also bad. This tends to occur when the weather is cold outside and we turn up the heat in our homes. The most noticeable effects are a sore throat and sinus pain, symptoms that are common in modern society at certain times of year. You can also get dry skin and itchy eyes. The solution is to buy a humidifier that will put moisture back into the air. Like dehumidifiers, these can be programmed to operate automatically, and there is a huge range available that make the most of a variety of different humidification techniques. These techniques are explored in detail at HumidifierInformation.com together with everything else you need to know on the subject.

If any of these symptoms sound familiar, maybe you should buy a hygrometer (humidity meter) and take some readings to find out if humidity is the cause. With modern technology at your disposal there is no need for your health to suffer.




You can find out more about optimum indoor humidity levels at http://www.humidifierinformation.com





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2012年6月4日 星期一

Diabetes Blood Sugar Levels - Tips on How to Monitor Your Blood Glucose at Home


Is monitoring blood glucose levels at home something you are going to have to do for either yourself or a family member?

Monitoring blood glucose levels at home is part of the diabetes treatment that is advocated by physicians all over the world today in addition to the diabetes diet. Most physicians recommend that patients acquire a blood glucose monitor or a glucose meter and learn how to take a glucose test and glucose reading on a daily basis.

However, physicians caution that the accuracy of the glucose reading taken at home depends on the capabilities of the glucose meter and the way the glucose test is taken. So it is very important that the person using the blood glucose monitor reads the manual supplied with the glucose meter and follows the instructions faithfully. The test must be performed using the proper techniques and the meter should be properly calibrated.

Home glucose meters are considered to be accurate if their reading falls within a 20% + or - variance to the Lab analyzed blood sample. This is because the Lab tests are done on the plasma extracts of the blood sample and home glucose tests are done on whole blood samples. However, modern blood glucose monitors take care of the variance and calibrate their glucose reading to match with Lab readings up to 5% level of accuracy.

If the glucose readings are significantly low, look for signs of hypoglycemia or abnormal low level of sugar in the blood. The symptoms include lethargy, confusion, inattention, shakiness or coordination problems. Immediately give the patient something sweet to eat like honey. This is emergency diabetic treatment. Later check on the diabetes diet prescribed by the physician and discuss with him on what has gone wrong in the diabetes treatment.

If none of these problems of hypoglycemia are evident, then the test procedure may need to be checked for accuracy:-


Check if the sample was large enough to cover the strip's test area completely.
Check whether the strip has been handled and stored as instructed.
Some strips are sensitive in the sampling area and should not be touched while handling. The strips should be taken out from the box and the foil only a few seconds before using. If the strips are to be taken in a car, all effort should be made to ensure that they are not exposed to high temperatures or humidity. Check the expiry date on the strip. Use the strip with the prescribed meter only and ensure that the code from the strip container matches the number coded into the machine. You could get incorrect readings for the following reasons:-


The glucose meter is dirty
The meter had been dropped on the floor or from a height and damaged.
The glucose meter is stored in high temperature conditions.
The solutions that come with the blood glucose monitor could have expired.
Despite all precautions and faithful adherence to the instructions contained in the manual, if your meter continues to give you an erroneous reading, call the manufacturer.

Monitoring blood glucose levels at home is not very difficult but it must be remembered that glucose meters become less reliable over time and must be checked thoroughly before use. The new models of blood glucose monitors are easier to use and more foolproof. The test strips require only a small drop of blood and are corrected to plasma values. The results are easier to understand and compare with the results from the lab. Built-in memory for storing results and faster test times make these meters very attractive.

Patients using glucose meters to record the glucose reading as part of their daily diabetes management should learn how to maintain the results of the tests and how to record them:-
Glucose test and glucose readings must be set down on paper along with the time and date and details of the dose of medication taken.
Details of food intake, exercise and difficulties with the illness should also be recorded.
Stress should also be recorded whenever applicable.
This method helps the health care professional identify daily patterns and make necessary medication adjustments to the diabetes treatment and diabetes diet.




Michael Jennings has a special interest in diabetes and invites you to find out how to manage diabetes naturally through diet [http://www.treat-diabetes-naturally.com]. He also supplies up-to-date information on blood glucose monitors and diabetes to help you in the management of your condition.





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2012年2月5日 星期日

Living With Diabetes and High Glucose Levels


Somebody who is suffering from diabetes must continuously check their glucose levels for a long time. There are some diabetics, who after the diagnosis of this epidemic start checking the blood sugar level without being properly taught how to do it. Here is a refresher course for all the diabetics. All diabetics should check whether they are properly following all the mentioned steps.

Wash the hands properly with soap and warm water. One can also use alcohol wipes to clean the selected finger for sugar testing. Remember to dry the hands properly as the moisture content can vary the glucose reading.


Put a new lancet in the lancing device.
Take out the test strip from the bottle and recap it soon after. If left open, again the humidity and moisture of the air will destroy the test strips.
Take out the glucose meter from its bag and make it ready for use.
Drop your hand below the waist for around 1 minute. This will allow the blood to pool in the finger and will make it comparatively easy to take the sample.
With the help of lancet take the required sample of blood from the side of the tip of the finger. You can also choose some other site for testing blood sugar like palm of the hand or the forearm. You can check the instructions to know which testing area is best for your particular glucometer 
One can use a cotton ball (sterilized) to stop the bleeding from the finger tip or any other testing site.
The next step is to insert the testing strip into the glucose meter and reading the results.
The diabetics must record the reading of blood sugar level into the log book. This reading should be accompanied by date and time of the test.
In the end the diabetics can transfer these readings in the computer with the help of the software that is specifically designed to help the diabetics in their disease management.

There are several factors that affect the blood glucose readings. Some of these include altitude, humidity, gout, high air temperature and anemia. If in spite of following the above instructions still somebody is having the abnormal results he may check the test strips for any damages, or otherwise recalibrate the glucometer. If still there is some doubt one should seek the doctor's advice.

It is recommended by the American Diabetes Association that people suffering from diabetes must take the reading of blood sugar level several times a day. If the diabetics are suffering from any other serious ailment it is better to check the blood sugar level, even more frequently as the levels may be affected by the illness.




If you are suffering from diabetes you must regularly check your blood sugar level. It's important to monitor your Blood Sugar and Living with Diabetes to make sure you lead a happy and healthy life.





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2011年12月22日 星期四

Diabetes Blood Sugar Levels - Tips on How to Monitor Your Blood Glucose at Home


Is monitoring blood glucose levels at home something you are going to have to do for either yourself or a family member?

Monitoring blood glucose levels at home is part of the diabetes treatment that is advocated by physicians all over the world today in addition to the diabetes diet. Most physicians recommend that patients acquire a blood glucose monitor or a glucose meter and learn how to take a glucose test and glucose reading on a daily basis.

However, physicians caution that the accuracy of the glucose reading taken at home depends on the capabilities of the glucose meter and the way the glucose test is taken. So it is very important that the person using the blood glucose monitor reads the manual supplied with the glucose meter and follows the instructions faithfully. The test must be performed using the proper techniques and the meter should be properly calibrated.

Home glucose meters are considered to be accurate if their reading falls within a 20% + or - variance to the Lab analyzed blood sample. This is because the Lab tests are done on the plasma extracts of the blood sample and home glucose tests are done on whole blood samples. However, modern blood glucose monitors take care of the variance and calibrate their glucose reading to match with Lab readings up to 5% level of accuracy.

If the glucose readings are significantly low, look for signs of hypoglycemia or abnormal low level of sugar in the blood. The symptoms include lethargy, confusion, inattention, shakiness or coordination problems. Immediately give the patient something sweet to eat like honey. This is emergency diabetic treatment. Later check on the diabetes diet prescribed by the physician and discuss with him on what has gone wrong in the diabetes treatment.

If none of these problems of hypoglycemia are evident, then the test procedure may need to be checked for accuracy:-


Check if the sample was large enough to cover the strip's test area completely.
Check whether the strip has been handled and stored as instructed.
Some strips are sensitive in the sampling area and should not be touched while handling. The strips should be taken out from the box and the foil only a few seconds before using. If the strips are to be taken in a car, all effort should be made to ensure that they are not exposed to high temperatures or humidity. Check the expiry date on the strip. Use the strip with the prescribed meter only and ensure that the code from the strip container matches the number coded into the machine. You could get incorrect readings for the following reasons:-


The glucose meter is dirty
The meter had been dropped on the floor or from a height and damaged.
The glucose meter is stored in high temperature conditions.
The solutions that come with the blood glucose monitor could have expired.
Despite all precautions and faithful adherence to the instructions contained in the manual, if your meter continues to give you an erroneous reading, call the manufacturer.

Monitoring blood glucose levels at home is not very difficult but it must be remembered that glucose meters become less reliable over time and must be checked thoroughly before use. The new models of blood glucose monitors are easier to use and more foolproof. The test strips require only a small drop of blood and are corrected to plasma values. The results are easier to understand and compare with the results from the lab. Built-in memory for storing results and faster test times make these meters very attractive.

Patients using glucose meters to record the glucose reading as part of their daily diabetes management should learn how to maintain the results of the tests and how to record them:-
Glucose test and glucose readings must be set down on paper along with the time and date and details of the dose of medication taken.
Details of food intake, exercise and difficulties with the illness should also be recorded.
Stress should also be recorded whenever applicable.
This method helps the health care professional identify daily patterns and make necessary medication adjustments to the diabetes treatment and diabetes diet.




Michael Jennings has a special interest in diabetes and invites you to find out how to manage diabetes naturally through diet [http://www.treat-diabetes-naturally.com]. He also supplies up-to-date information on blood glucose monitors and diabetes to help you in the management of your condition.





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2011年12月1日 星期四

Humidity and Moisture Levels In The Home


Clueless about humidity levels in the home? If you're reading this article, then you no doubt have some questions regarding humidity levels such as what is a suitable humidity for home? What is Relative Humidity (RH)? Or just how can dehumidifiers for home use help with dealing with your humidity levels? Below, everything you need to know is broken down.

Whats the Difference?

Moisture or "Water Vapour"

To put it simply, moisture (or water vapour) is water in a gas form (liquid being the obvious water, and solid being ice). One main way that water vapour increases is evaporation. Water evaporates everywhere; rivers, plants, the sea, lakes, puddles, the ground and just about any water source. The amount of moisture in the air can vary from a little to a lot, and most of the moisture contained within our atmosphere is in the initial ten thousand feet about the surface. Humidity is basically a measurement of the moisture/water vapour in the air.

Absolute humidity

Absolute Humidity is a measurement of the amount of moisture in the air, regardless of air temperature. And is measured in grams of water vapour per cubic meter volume of air. The more moisture/water vapour in the air, the higher the absolute humidity.

An example would be that at max, about 30 grams of moisture can exist in a cubic meter volume of air a temperature around the mid 80's.

Relative Humidity

Relative humidity also measures the amount of moisture in the air, but as a percentage relative to air temperature. Basically, it's a measurement of the ACTUAL amount of moisture/water vapour currently in the air compared with the water vapour amount that can exist at the current temperature. It is simply a measurement as a percentage, telling you just how much of the air around you is water vapour, while being relative to the temperature. So 70% RH = 70% water vapour, 30% air.

Whats A Suitable Humidity Level for Home?

Different relative humidity levels can suit different situations. The typical (and comfortable) humidity level suitable for home is around 50-55%. Mold will struggle to form and expand in anything under 50%, and it will be comfortable to live and breathe in.

There are situations where lowering the humidity will benefit though, such as Asthma sufferers. Dust mites and the debris that they leave behind are a common aggravator of those suffering from Asthma and they enjoy levels of 50% or higher. So lowering the level to around 40% will help control the mites and reduce the effects.

Another example is the condensation on windows that can occur in the winter months (or cold in general). A humidity of around 30% would help prevent this, all though some may find the air a little dry at this level.

So, heres a simple recap:

General "Right" Level: 50-55%

Dust Mite Prevention: 40%

For Asthma Sufferer's: 40%

Condensation in the Cold: 30%

How Would I Assess My Humidity Problem?

The easiest way to do this would be to use a humidity meter or otherwise known as a Hygrometer. If you dont own or want to have to purchase a Hygrometer then the other way is to simply keep an eye out for symptoms of excess moisture such as dampness, rot and mould.

How Can A Dehumidifier Help Me?

Many dehumidifiers for home feature humidistats and auto shut off features when they reach your required humidity. You could for example, have a basement that is at 70%, and you wish for it to go down to 40-50% and keep it at that, so you would programme your dehumidifier for home to shut off once it reaches 40%, but maintain it at that and automatically bring it back down when needs be.

Or for the more simple and cheaper models which dont feature humidistats, you could assess your RH with a hygrometer (humidity meter) and just keep tabs on what level it is decreasing too.




If you require more information, consumer advice or reviews on dehumidifiers for home, humidity and more. Then please visit Dehumidifiers for Home.

For more information on humidity levels within the home, click HERE





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