It's common to hear people say that we shouldn't sleep with plants in the bedroom and that these can trigger headaches, isn't it?But is this statement true?
First, we must remember that plants carry out two important processes: a photosynthesis and the breathing. In photosynthesis, photosynthetic organisms such as plants and algae, use light energy to produce carbohydrates, that function as food for these beings. During the photosynthesis process, carbon dioxide is consumed and oxygen is released.
Therefore, for photosynthesis, the plant needs to be exposed to light. It is worth noting, however, that some phases they can occur in the absence of light, even happening at night, as is the case with some succulent plants.
In the breathing process, in turn, the plant uses oxygen to release the energy that is stored in the carbohydrates it produces. This process, unlike photosynthesis, does not require light. As such, it occurs throughout the day and night.
Many people believe that plants perform respiration only at night, when there is no light to carry out photosynthesis. However, this statement is incorrect. What happens is that, during the day, the oxygen produced in the photosynthesis process is used in breathing, and there is, therefore, a compensation.
To confirm that this thought is just a myth, just ask a few simple questions: Every time we camp and sleep in a green area, do we get headaches? Do Indians get frequent headaches?Of course all these answers are negative, aren't they?
Taking oxygen consumption into account, another question may arise:Sleeping with a lot of people in the room is bad?When compared to a plant, human beings consume much more oxygen, but even so, we do not observe cases of suffocation when sleeping together.
It can be seen, therefore, that when we analyze the amount of oxygen consumed, plants or other living beings do us no harm. However, we must be aware of the substances produced by some plants to ward off herbivores. These products can trigger allergic reactions and therefore deserve attention.
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