Everyone likes the winter season. Provides relief from extreme heat. The pink and cool breeze brings solace. However, your chances of falling ill also increase during this period. In fact, not only does the environment become cold but the body temperature also falls. The body has difficulty adjusting to these circumstances. At the same time, the winter season becomes a problem for those who have weak immunity. Let us know what problems can trouble us in the winter season.
Cold and cough
Bacteria and viruses start growing rapidly in cold weather. This increases the risk of infection and during this time our immunity also falls due to which bacteria and viruses are easily able to attack us. Cold air itself harms the immune response in the nose. During the cold season, people stay indoors more due to which viruses easily spread from one person to another.
Prevention- Ginger tea, turmeric milk, steam, and basil decoction strengthen your immunity and provide relief from cold and cough.
Arthritis
Due to lack of exposure to sunlight during the winter season, there is a deficiency of Vitamin D in the body and deficiency of Vitamin D triggers joint pain. Apart from this, cold and humid weather can also cause the problem of arthritis.
Prevention- Increase physical activity, consume Vitamin D rich foods, stay hydrated
Weight gain
Weight gain often occurs during cold weather. Actually, in this season we consume a lot of fried foods. These contain high amounts of calories. At the same time, our physical activity also decreases, which increases obesity.
Prevention- Drink enough water, eat fiber-rich food, adjust your sleeping pattern and increase physical activity.
Constipation
Constipation also increases during the winter season. The reason behind this is an unhealthy diet and lack of physical activity. To avoid this, eat fibre-rich food and exercise, and drink an adequate amount of water.
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