Humidity can create various problems in a home. Too much humidity causes mold and too little can be a health hazard, and very uncomfortable. Using the humidity controls of your air conditioner, and some straightforward management of local conditions, you can use your air conditioner for preventing mold prevent and avoid the bone dry effect of summer.
Humidity- Risks and issues
Tips for Finding the Right Setting on Your Air Conditioner
Some humidity is natural, but too much can be problematic for several reasons. Humidity can promote rapid mold growth which can cause allergic reactions in some people along with other adverse health issues, such as dehydration. Dehydration can be a particularly serious problem for older, less mobile people and young kids.