With its charm and warmth, winters also bring some soreness in the form of dry hands and feet, cough, and cold. However, if you follow some basic principles, winters can be enjoyable without the side effects of allergies and dryness. All one needs is a little awareness and a few habit changes.
Small steps count
Instead of going to the gym, small exercises and brisk walking in the sun or small activities while watching TV might also help maintain the blood flow. Five-minute stretching and sports also help.
Importance of hydration
In summer, the body naturally requires more water, but in winter, we forget to hydrate due to the cold weather. Doctors suggest that the body loses water even during the warm season, and hence, hydrating is important.
Food for immunity
Foods including green vegetables, fresh fruits, seeds, nuts, and spices are what keep the body’s immunity strong, and in the weather where cold infections become more common, eating proper home-cooked food is even more important. Some ingredients for winter are garlic, ginger, honey, turmeric, and tulsi leaves.
Proper sleep for the mind and body
Winter nights are long for a reason, and it is to provide a well-rested body and deep sleep. A good sleep is more useful in keeping the body protected against the cold outside than any other thing.
Regularly cleaning hands
Germs spread fast through hands. In winter, the cold and flu bacteria tend to spread through this contact; hence, keeping your hands clean is important.
Dress carefully
Choosing the right clothing is important for the winter season. As important as it is to cover your body, it is equally important to keep your hands, ears, and feet covered.
Manage stress carefully
Although stress is common throughout the year, in winter, the cold weather, shorter days, and longer nights often make you feel low without awareness. Stress negatively impacts the immune system, which makes managing it equally important in winter.
Experimenting with home remedies
A cold and cough are common in the weather, but taking medicines every day for them is not always suggested. Doctors also suggest home remedies like a tablespoon of honey with black pepper, water with ginger and the addition of condiments like garlic in food for quick relief.
Winter is almost like a festival, and simple tips can make the season more comforting and less painful.
