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Reviewed 2009
TOP TEN HEALTH TIPS FOR WINTER
1.
First health tip: Skin brush every morning on
awaking to feel re-invigorated. Skin brushing improves blood
circulation and lymphatic circulation. Not only increasing
body temperature but also improving general
immunity.
2.
The second health tip is Mustard, Ginger &
Cayenne powder added to your bath. Add ½ to 1
tablespoon of this mixture to running bath water. This
remedy is especially helpful to those suffering with
colds and flu. The diaphoretic (sweating) action of these
warming herbs can also balance the circulation. (In other
circumstances, they are also valuable for 'sweating out'
a fever.)
3.
A great health tip always - Exercise.
Gentle or otherwise (especially 'Cardio vascular'
stimulants such as running, skipping, swimming) gives a
boost to the circulation, Immune System and body
temperature.
4.
Drink Ginger Root Tea. Ginger Root tea is a
great winter warmer. Ginger is slow acting but it's
warming effects tend to last longer than the powerful
initial 'hit' that Cayenne gives. Ginger teas can be
found in your local supermarkets in convenient tea bags.
However, using the fresh root (found in all good
supermarkets) grated, gently simmered for 5-10 minutes
and strained, makes a superior and cost-effective tea, if
you've got the time to make it.
5.
Add a pinch of Cayenne powder to food and drink.
Cayenne Pepper is available in powder from all good
supermarkets. Just a pinch or even a few grains mixed
into foods and drinks will increase body temperature and
blood circulation. If used regularly, you will get more
used to it, and you will gradually be able to use more
and more of this fine herb.
6.
A cold weather health tip is to make sure your
ankles and wrists are always well covered. If
these sensitive areas of the body are exposed to the
cold, your hands and feet will naturally become colder
too, and your whole body is soon affected. Cover them
well.
7. Use multiple layers of clothing. In cold
weather, layered clothing is essential. At least three layers
should be worn. The layer closest to your skin should be very
warm, but soft and comfortable such as thermal underwear,
longjohns etc. Next, comes a padded or cushioned layer which is
quite thick e.g. woollen jumper or fleeced jumper. This traps
air which is a great insulator. Finally, the outer layer which
helps to keep the insulating air within the middle layer. This
outer layer needs to be appropriate to your situation a light
jacket for inside, or waterproof jackets and trousers of some
sort if outside.
8.
Maximise your chances of keeping warm by always
wearing your 'winter set'.
Q: What is a 'winter set'?
A: Hat, Scarf and Gloves.
A high percentage of heat is lost via your head, so, wearing a
hat will minimise this loss. Your throat is the easiest pathway
for bacteria and viral infections to enter the body. Your
immune cells work more efficiently at higher temperatures. This
is the reason why your body produces a fever during infections
and why it is a mistake to try and lower the fever with aspirin
(unless it gets dangerously high.) So keep your neck and throat
warm with a scarf. If your hands are cold then the rest of your
body will eventually feel very cold. Improving blood
circulation will help to keep extremities warm.
9.
Eat warming foods. This covers a large spectrum of
foods. There are the hot foods which give a napalm blast
but then the warming effects are over fairly quickly. For
example, Chilli con carne; Vindaloo; Mexican tacos;
Chilli sauce; Tabasco sauce; Horseradish sauce etc. More
gentle but longer lasting warming foods would include
Porridge oats; all winter root vegetables i.e. swede,
turnip; Garlic; Ginger; Onions; Barley; Soups;
Stews/Casseroles; Raw foods (this may seem strange, but
more heat is produced through digesting raw foods then
eating cooked foods).
10.
Keep your Kidneys warm. Your Kidneys are in the
small of your back just underneath your rib cage.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) the
Kidneys hold the life force the 'chi' of the human body.
Therefore these small but crucial organs need much care
and attention which for the most part is rarely
undertaken by their owners! The Kidneys are related to
the Winter element, and Water. They are involved in
rheumatism or arthritis and weakness in the knees or
ankles.
Keep
your Kidneys warm with extra padding, a belt or scarf
wrapped around your middle, or sleeveless jacket, or just
ensure your clothing is tucked in so there is no space
for a draught. This will help to keep your whole body
warm throughout the winter months.
Keep
warm!
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