The summer heat in Canterbury makes it near impossible to have a good night’s sleep. We toss and turn looking for a comfortable spot and while sweating through the night.. Before you know it, the sun is already up and you have to start the day sticky and tired. Yuck. Without the right temperature, we will never have the deep, restful sleep we need during in Summer.
Heat Pumps Or Air Conditioners?
Did you know that around the world, people call heat pumps ‘air conditioners.’ In fact, most heat pumps are primarily built to cool people down rather than heat them up?
Research suggests that the optimal temperature for a restful night of sleep is around 16° C, but overnight temperatures in Christchurch can be a lot higher during December and January. More than just that rested feeling, using air conditioners to get a proper sleep during summer has some serious health benefits too.
Research suggests that the optimal temperature for a restful night of sleep is around 16° C, but overnight temperatures in Christchurch can be a lot higher during December and January. More than just that rested feeling, using air conditioners to get a proper sleep during summer has some serious health benefits too.
Sleep Increases Melatonin Production
Melatonin is a hormone produced by the brain that helps us to relax. Our brain produces melatonin when we sleep. So, more sleep = more melatonin = better rest. Very loosely. Evidence also shows that during hot stuffy nights while we’re tossing and turning, our bodies find it difficult to produce melatonin. Instead, it releases Cortisol – a stress hormone that makes us feel frustrated instead of relaxed. With the right air conditioned temperature inside your Christchurch home, you’re pretty much guaranteed a good night’s rest, and your melatonin levels will make sure it’s a good day too!
Sleep Increases Metabolism Efficiency
Have you noticed that when you’ve only had a little sleep, you tend to eat more? Research shows that sleep and metabolism are related, with sleep-deprived people having bigger appetites and difficulty managing their blood sugar levels. So don’t let the summer heat mess your sleeping and eating patterns. Get comfortable and set your room to the right temperature!
Sleep Increases Motivation
You know the feeling. After a restless sleep we wake up feeling tired and just want to go back to bed again. Instead of rolling over and going back to sleep, we’ve usually got work, family or other commitments that demand our time. So, we get up with less of the focus, excitement and motivation they deserve. To make sure we wake up feeling focussed and motivated, just turn the temperature down.
Choose Heat Pumps NOW
Heat pumps are the perfect way to cool down those hot Canterbury nights. They’re energy efficient, and they’re very quiet, allowing you to sleep easy in maximum comfort.
The air conditioning system in your heat pump can keep you cool all summer long. For a free in-home quote and consultation in greater Christchurch or Canterbury, contact your local team at Heat Pumps NOW on 03 928 4069.
The air conditioning system in your heat pump can keep you cool all summer long. For a free in-home quote and consultation in greater Christchurch or Canterbury, contact your local team at Heat Pumps NOW on 03 928 4069.
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