Is the heating artifact electric blanket really harmful to the human body? This article explains it

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-02-18

Although it is said that the standard of living has improved today, but forIn the case of southern cities, there is still no central heating.

Therefore, many people in the south are reluctant to turn on air conditioning, and they basically rely on daily heating"Shake".。Even so, it is difficult to resist the wet and cold weather, so when you go to bed at night, you will cover yourself with a few more quilts and use them at the same timeHeating artifact electric blanket.

But after using the electric blanket, some people saidThe radiation of the electric blanket is relatively large, which is harmful to the human body, and it cannot be used in home life. Therefore, it has also attracted everyone's attention, so is it true? Can the electric blanket still work?Now I'll tell you the truth.

Electric blankets are also calledElectric mattressesIt is a contact type of electric heater product.

The current electric blanket is mainly composed of heating elements, base cores, fabrics, power cords, junction boxes, control switches and other components. When in use, as long as the power is turned on, it will be allowedHeating elementElectricity** is heated to achieve the effect of heating.

At present, the electric blanket on the market is basically able to generate heat through the heating element, and then through the control switch, the user can adjust the temperature of the electric blanket by himselfGenerally, there are three temperature modes to choose from: low, medium, and high.

Because the advantage of electric blankets is that they can make people who are afraid of cold fall asleep more quickly and peacefully in winter, and at the same time, they can play a good role in protecting people with rheumatism. So,For the frail elderly and women who are afraid of cold, electric blankets are an effective way to care for them.

Electric blankets though said not to be special"Fire"., but its heat has always been maintained, and as long as it is in the cold season, people's first reaction is to buy electric blankets, so that they do not have to be afraid of the cold, and it will be more comfortable to sleep at night.

Therefore, the electric blanket has really brought benefits to users, otherwise it would not have been affirmed by users for so many years. As for the benefits, they can be summed up in the following points:

The first is affordableFor electric blankets, the cheap ones are dozens of yuan, and the slightly more expensive ones are about 100 yuan, which can be said to be very economical, which has a natural advantage for other heating artifacts. At the same time, the power consumption when in use is also extremely lowIt can be said that it is very affordable.

The second is to provide a more comfortable sleeping environmentIn the cold winter, after turning on the electric blanket one or two hours before going to bed, the quilt can be very warm, providing a comfortable sleeping environment, so that the human body can not feel the cold when sleeping, and improve the quality of sleep. It can make people full of vitality on the second day, make people refreshed, and indirectly improve work efficiency.

The third is indirect drying of beddingIt is very common to rain in winter, at this time, the indoor air humidity is high, the moisture on the bedding is heavier, and the electric blanket can be returned after opening, which is indirectly a good moisture-proof effect, because the electric blanket will produce high temperature after the electric blanket is turned on, and this temperature can dry the bedding and blanket on the bed to prevent the breeding of mites and bacteria.

Fourth, it is a boon for rheumatoid bone patients:For rheumatic bone patients, life in winter is very difficult because of the temperature. However, after turning on the electric blanket, it can have a good protective effect and have a good warmth effect for people with weak physique.

Any item has advantages and disadvantages, and electric blankets are no exception. While the electric blanket has brought benefits to users, it has also brought some harm to users. It is also because of this that electric blankets have not been widely promoted.

The first is that there is a faint electromagnetic radiationDue to the structure of the electric blanket, there is a weak electromagnetic radiation when it is turned on, although it has little impact on the human body, but long-term use will cause fatigue and fatigue, and the quality of sleep will decrease.

The second is that there are potential safety hazards in useFor electric blankets, most users use dozens of yuan, and most of these products are3. No productIt is difficult to control the quality. At the same time, coupled with the user's incorrect use mode, it is easy to cause potential safety hazards in use and cause certain economic losses to users.

The third is that there is a dependence on long-term useOnce the human body gets used to the temperature of the electric blanket, it will cause discomfort if it is not used suddenly. Long-term use will cause the body's water to be evaporated and dried. **Dryness will cause itching, and people with weak constitution will have allergic reactions, this situation will not be taken seriously, and the symptoms will be aggravated, affecting the quality of sleep and work and study.

Fourth, it affects male and female fertilityBecause the electric blanket will produce a weak electromagnetic field when it is connected to the power supply, it will have some adverse effects on women's endocrine, and it will lead to infertility in serious cases. Pregnant women who use electric blankets for a long time will be to a certain extent forThe development of the embryo is affected。Therefore, it is best for pregnant women not to use electric blankets, especially when the fetus is inThe first three monthsDo not use it when it is not completely stable.

Although the electric blanket has many advantages, it is also very civilian, but the product itself is indeed for usersIt's true that there is harm.

Because electric blankets will bring harm to users, the state has strict regulations on the service life of electric blanketsThe time is 6 yearsThis time is calculated from the date of production of the electric blanket.

Because electric blankets do bring harm to users, the following groups of people cannot use them:

1.Females who are pregnant

Once a woman is pregnant, even if she is afraid of cold in winter, she cannot use an electric blanket, because the radiation of the electric blanket does not cause cancer, but to a certain extentThe development of the embryo is affected, and in severe cases, it can lead to fetal malformations.

Therefore, pregnant women should not use electric blankets, especially if the fetus is inThe first three months have not been fully stabilizedDo not use it. At this time, other harmless heating equipment can be used to ensure the heating requirements of pregnant women.

1.The body is not suitable for the human body

If there is an uncomfortable situation, then don't use electric blankets either. Because when these physical discomforts appear, patients need a lot of themDrink waterto allow the inflammation to subside slowly, and if you use an electric blanket at this time, it will onlyAdd fuel to the fire, aggravate the condition and make the person appearThe smoke is dry and coughing, and his voice is hoarseWait a minute.

In addition, if you are unwell, there will beThe phenomenon of sweatingOnce it flows into the inside of the electric blanket, it can easily cause irreversible consequences.

2.People who have finished drinking

If a person who has just finished drinking alcohol sleeps directly on a bed with an electric blanket, the continuous heating of the electric blanket will cause the human body to sufferTemperature persistsofElevated, all kinds of discomfort occur. Therefore, it is best to rest for a while at this time and wait until you wake up before falling asleep, which can reduce the damage to the body.

3.Newborn babies and toddlers

Newborn babies can't sleep on a bed with an electric blanket because the baby is at this timeBodyAlsoNot fully developed, and the ability to regulate body temperature is relatively poor, ** is more fragile, and can not express their own thoughts. The continuous heating of the electric blanket has a certain impact on the baby.

In winter, if you are worried about Xiaobao's cold, you can turn on the air conditioner at this time and keep it at a constant temperature, which is the right thing to do.

If there is a real need to use an electric blanket, it is crucial to use it correctly to ensure comfort and safe use.

The first is to avoid direct contact with the electric blanketThe electric blanket must be spread flat on the bed, and then under the sheets, and cannot be directly touched, so as to avoid the high temperature of the electric blanket and burns**.

The second is non-collapsible useElectric blanket when in useDo not fold, because this will affect the tensile strength and flexural performance of electric blankets, reduce the mission life of electric blankets and increase the potential safety hazards of electric blankets.

The third is to control the temperature and time reasonablyThe electric blanket should not be warmed up for more than two hours, and it is recommended to use medium and low gear for daily use, and it must be turned off when leaving. Turning the electric blanket in the preheating gear for a long time is easy to damage the safety device of the electric blanket.

Fourth, do not use it at the same time as other heating equipmentDo not use electric blankets with other heating equipment such as hot water bottles, so as not to shorten the service life of electric blankets due to the accelerated aging of the insulation layer from other heating equipment.

For electric blankets, how to choose is the key, so keep the following key points in mind when choosing:

The first is to choose a big brand:Big brands of electric blankets have quality assurance, and at the same time, electric blankets with 3C certification meet the best standards, which is more assured in use.

The second is to look at the dimensions clearly:Electric blankets are divided into different styles of single, double, and 3 people, and the purchase of electric blankets should be seen clearly, and the electric blankets with a larger area should be chosen as much as possible.

The third is to look at the power clearly:Generally, the power of a single electric blanket should not exceed 60W, and the power of a double person should not exceed 120W, which is also a guarantee to ensure the safety of users.

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