Health Secrets For A Happy Winter

                                                                                                                                                                            Winter is such a strange season. It is a time of festivals and holidays, and it is also the time of cough and common cold. You may feel that your body is conspiring against you in a period of such merriment. The sad fact is that the human body becomes prone to diseases like the common cold, dry skin, hair fall or heartburn during the winter months. Nonetheless, there is no need for you to dread the chilly weather – you can take some simple measures in order to stay away from health issues and maintain optimal health. 

Tips for a healthy winter 

1. Stay hygienic: You may not feel like washing up in the cold weather, but this is essential in reducing the risk of suffering from cough or common cold. Wash your hands thoroughly and try to avoid touching your face, especially your nose or mouth. Avoid extremely hot or cold temperature at all costs. Remember not to use unwashed blankets or sweaters. Make sure that your room has adequate ventilation. Drink plenty of water every day and get sound sleep at night. All of these will greatly reduce the risk of catching common cold or chronic cough. 

2. Watch your skin: Skin care is important throughout the year, but it does become crucial during winter. The chilly air has low humidity and temperature, which means that if exposed, your skin quickly becomes dry and appears lifeless. Thus, you need to use a good moisturizer daily, especially before going outside into the cold. This will help keep the moisture locked in the skin and give you a radiant look. Try to use a moderate sunscreen lotion of at least SPF 15. To keep your lips from becoming chapped, use a lip balm or moisturizer regularly.

3. Care for your hair: During the winter season, the hair strands and the scalp lose a lot of their natural moisture. This makes your hair fragile and prone to breakage. Apply coconut oil on your hair and scalp at least three days a week. This will keep your hair safe from split ends. Try not to use the shampoo every single day. Keep a gap of 2 days between each shampoo session. Don’t forget to use a conditioner along with the shampoo to keep the hair well moisturized.  

4. Eat carefully: Many people suffer from digestive problems like heartburn. The important thing is not to eat less but to eat smart. By all means you can enjoy your favourite food, but make sure that you eat in moderation. Eat only if you feel genuinely hungry, and not when the craving strikes. Try to add a variety of foods in your daily palate, with ample space for fruits, vegetables, lean meat and snacks. Try to restrict fast food as far as possible. 

5. Exercise together: Winter is a great period for mixing with the rest of the family. One way you can transform these meetings into health-boosting activities is by exercising together as a family. Ask your spouse, children and even their grandparents to join you in exercising. Start slowly with just 15 minutes of stretching activities and move gradually to jogging, swimming or walking. This is a great way to strengthen your bones and muscles along with your familial bonds!

By Khalid Md. Saifullah
Naturoveda Health World

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