November 26th , 2013 → 1:17 pm @ Sitges
Tips on Keeping Warm
Beat the chill & survive to the summer
It’s not cold compared to the UK, sure, but Sitgetans are used to the warm!
Try these suggestions to keep warm:
- Put on warmed shoes (on rad with caution)
Cold footwear will keep your feet cold & you, overall - Keeping your tummy warm, matters
Warmer torso, drives heat from your arms & legs - Keep Hands out of Pockets
Swing hands by your side, whilst walking, for a warming workout - Breath through your Nose
Breathing out via your mouth, feels less warm - Fleece Hat over the Ears
Rather than wool just on the head, as it traps air, minimising a potential 30% loss of heat. Especially on the occasional day, without Sitges sun. - Eat Protein
Digesting it raises body temperature significantly, compared to carbohydrates or fats (e.g. porridge with soya milk for breakers: Nuts too!) - No Caffeine
Drink decaf tea or coffee, as Caffeine prevents blood vessels constricting in the cold. Drink decaffeinated or herbal drinks (ginger tea has natural warming properties) - Socialise & Share Good Memories
Being alone feels colder & nostalgia warms the soul - Heating, not Too High
Going from warm house to the cold outdoors is bad.
Don’t overheat the house above 20c - Exercise in Bed!
Warms you up, ready to get out. Anything goes, but circling your ankle and toe pointing, up and down. Is easy. Bum clenches are ok too. - Moisturise, especially if dry
Inflamed, angry skin, loses heat
KNOW SOMEONE ELDERLY, AT RISK THIS WINTER?
Tel: 902 00 38 38 Email: casework@ageconcern-espana.org (or just lonely)
Original DailyMail article:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2513438/
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