Habits that cause illness in cold weather that should be avoided

Drinking a cup of hot water before going out causes blood vessels to expand and you are more susceptible to cold.

1. Use nasal drops before going out

Cold weather causes the nasal passages (the cavities that hold your sinuses) to become narrower. If you try to improve the situation with nasal drops, the lining of your nose will not be able to protect against germs or warm itself up when you breathe in cold air. It is better to blow your nose before going outside.

2. Breathe through your mouth when going out

When you breathe through your mouth, you cannot warm the air or add moisture to it, and this increases your chances of getting an angina attack. You just need to breathe through your nose, slowly and deeply.

3. Cover your nose and mouth with a scarf

Breathing cold air can cause chest pain, bronchitis and skin irritation. Therefore, wearing a mask or covering your nose and mouth with a scarf can help you avoid these problems.

4. Run home when you are freezing

Instead of running as fast as you can in the cold to get home (especially when it’s raining and cold), you should sit somewhere warm (like a store or cafe) for a few minutes to warm up and regain your breathing, then continue on your way. Don’t force your body to work faster and harder when it’s cold.

5. Wear tight clothing and shoes

Both of these things cause your body to freeze faster in cold weather. A well-fitting garment will not restrict blood flow to your organs.

6. Drink hot drinks 30 minutes before going out

Hot tea (or any hot beverage) increases blood circulation and improves the body's defense mechanisms. But it also causes blood vessels to dilate. This means that when you go out in the cold, your body temperature will quickly drop. If you really need to drink something before going out, drink warm water instead of hot.

7. Go out in the cold on an empty stomach

To produce body heat, you need energy, otherwise you will quickly "freeze". This is why you should eat as soon as hunger strikes. At the very least, you should have a snack and a cup of tea in a warm place before going out.

8. Apply moisturizer immediately before going out

When you apply the cream to your skin, wait 30-40 minutes for the moisture in it to evaporate. If it happens in cold weather, this process will damage your skin. So avoid going outside for at least 30 minutes after applying the cream and avoid using creams with a lot of water content.

9. Drinking alcohol when going out

You will feel warmer after only 30-40 minutes of drinking, but your body will start to cool down very quickly. Furthermore, your brain may not react appropriately to this danger, not sending the signal that you are cold. It is better to drink alcohol only when you are in a warm house.

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