Everyone knows that #grilling for a #cookout can help keep one’s home comfortable in the summertime by eliminating the heat coming from the oven or cooktop. But it’s also an energy-efficient and cost-effective choice! A single air-conditioning unit can use up to 5.14 kWh per hour, according to Beltrami Energy Cooperative, a Minnesota-based utility. “If you are looking to maintain a cool vibe and lower your AC’s energy consumption, head outside to the grill,” it says. “Rather than generating heat indoors, the heat is dispersed outside, reducing strain on the AC, which ultimately lowers utility bills.” #NoSweatSummerCookout
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Spring Fever: Better Than Before
“Spring fever” was once an unpleasant malady marked by swelling, loose teeth and seeping wounds, according to Reader’s Digest. Today, the term is more positive, indicating renewed enthusiasm, energy and an optimistic outlook. The difference is the increase in light: “First, it tells the circadian clock when dawn occurs, keeping our bodies synchronized to earth,” University of Pittsburgh professor Kathryn A. Roecklein told NBC. “Second, light has acute alerting effects that can make people feel less depressed, more alert, cognitively better able to process tasks and more energetic within just a few minutes.” #SpringFever