Fortunately, there are methods to help you stay warm that don’t involve increasing yourutility bill.
Here are 11 simple and cost-effective ways to stay warm.
you might apply the same principle inside, too.
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Layers will insulate your body and make it easier to regulate your body temperature.
you’re free to add or remove layers as needed to stay comfortable.
Keeping your feet warm will make your whole body feel warmer.
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For an extra cozy feel, slip on a pair of ultra-warm wool stocks.
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This is why it’s recommended to make no-cook and no-bake meals during the warmer months.
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This will allow the hot air to escape and add heat to the room.
Never use the oven as a primary source of heat, especially if your appliance uses natural gas.
Burning natural gas for long periods can increase carbon monoxide levels in your home.
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Opt for hot meals, such as a cup of soup, on cold days.
And consider making your own soup from scratch.
The liquid will feel toasty going down, and a hot mug is excellent for heating cold hands.
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Use a Humidifier
Humid air generally feels quite a bit warmer than dry air.
And running the heat in the colder months can strip your indoor air of its humidity.
To balance this, consider using a humidifier.
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Let your ceiling fan turn at a low speed in a clockwise direction during the colder months.
This will help to push the warm air that rises toward the ceiling back down toward floor level.
An electric blanketorheated mattress padcan also be good heating pad options.
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It’s also important to double-check the heat can adequately warm your space.
Pull furniture, curtains, and other items away from heat vents, registers, and radiators.
If they’re blocked, the heat won’t be able to circulate.
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Spend More Time Upstairs
Hot air rises.
Do Something Active
Movement generates body heat.
And there are many ways to get your body temperature up by being active.
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