I don’t have AC at home but keep a bowl of water under my chair – you can use it cleverly for free cooling
A HOME hacker has revealed her go-to technique for staying cool without an air conditioner.
The savvy woman shared her water bowl tip, which she said can help keep cool free of charge.
Katya (@positivelychronictravels) listed her advice for keeping the temperature comfortable in a TikTok post.
“Keep your blinds down all day,” she said in the video. “Or use hacks like a makeshift sheet on sticky command hooks or pillows mounted up to block the lights.”
Next, she advised purchasing ice packs as temperatures heat up.
“Use ice packs to keep you cool,” she said.
She shared the reason why she keeps a bowl of water by her feet.
“Keep your feet in a large bowl of cold water,” she said, as feet tend to have higher levels of blood flow, thus keeping the entire body cooler.
She also shared some advise on how to avoid vertigo during the hotter months.
“Remembering to stand up slowly with physical reminders if you need.
“Use lots of electrolytes, add salt to food if you have dysautonomia.
“Avoid going outside unless absolutely essential,” she added.
She told viewers to mind what they eat, how they sleep, and even hairstyles for keeping cool.
“Keep lots of ice cold snacks on hand.
“Sleep with a thin lightweight sheet, use wet cold flannels dipped in ice water.
“Keep long hair tied up,” she said. “Misting your face with a cold water spray.”
Katya finished off with advise on how to say cool and healthy during the summer months.
“Keep your windows and doors closed unless the air outside is cool, she advised.
“Prioritize your health and take time off work if needed,” she said.
