Cold air is coming! People who are afraid of cold should cover these 4 parts of their body

According to Jiangsu Meteorological Bureau

The highest temperature in the province will drop below 5℃ on the 9th

Lianyungang, Xuzhou and other areas north of the Huaihe River only have 3 degrees Celsius

There will be another weak cold front on the 12th

Frequent cold air activity

Remind everyone to put on more clothes in time and prevent colds

As the saying goes, "Nine out of ten diseases are caused by cold" and "Cold is the first cause of all diseases." The cold temperature makes many people feel uncomfortable, especially those who are afraid of cold. It is particularly important to keep warm. There are 4 cold-proof fortresses in the body. How to keep warm? Let's take a look in this issue!

1. Keep your shoulders and neck warm

The neck is the only way for the cardiovascular and cerebrovascular systems and is the "fortress" of the body. If the shoulders and neck are not kept warm well, once you catch a cold, it may cause a series of health problems, such as cervical spondylosis, pharyngitis, cerebrovascular disease, etc.

As for the shoulders, if they are in a cold environment for a long time, they may cause diseases such as periarthritis of the shoulder .

Tips to keep warm:

Choose warm clothing such as turtleneck sweaters and scarves to reduce the area of ​​your neck exposed to cold air.

When you are indoors, you can turn on heating equipment, such as a radiator or the warm air function in your air conditioner, to increase the indoor temperature.

2. Keep your feet warm

As the saying goes, "All diseases start from the cold, and the cold starts from the feet."

The feet are the part of the human body farthest from the heart, with relatively less blood supply, thin surface fat and poor thermal insulation ability.

Cold and damp air can easily enter the body directly from the feet, causing contraction of the capillaries in the respiratory tract and slow ciliary activity, which can easily induce colds, rheumatism, and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Women are prone to dysmenorrhea, cold joint pain, etc.

Tips to keep warm:

Wear warm, loose, soft and comfortable shoes and socks. The shoes should be waterproof and breathable.

It is recommended to soak your feet in warm water every day to promote blood circulation and eliminate fatigue.

You can use a heating pack or electric blanket to provide extra warmth to your feet while you sleep or rest.

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3. Keep your abdomen warm

The abdomen is where the internal organs are concentrated and is very sensitive to temperature changes.

If the abdomen is not well kept warm, it is exposed to wind, or cold food is eaten, it can cause gastrointestinal discomfort, indigestion, diarrhea and other problems . Especially for women, cold abdomen may also cause gynecological diseases such as dysmenorrhea and irregular menstruation .

Tips to keep warm:

Choose high-waisted pants, thermal underwear, vests and other clothing to ensure that your abdomen is fully covered.

Placing a hot water bottle or heat pad on your abdomen (not directly on your skin) can provide continuous warmth.

4. Keep your back warm

If the waist and back catch cold, it will not only cause back pain, but also affect the muscles and joints of the upper and lower limbs and internal organs through the cervical and lumbar vertebrae, inducing various discomforts.

Keeping the waist and back warm is particularly important for the elderly, because the body's ability to retain heat gradually decreases with age.

Tips to keep warm:

Choose thick coats, down jackets and other clothing with good thermal insulation performance to ensure that the waist and back are adequately covered.

When you are indoors, you can turn on heating equipment, such as a radiator or the warm air function in your air conditioner, to increase the indoor temperature.

By doing light exercise , you can increase your body's blood circulation and metabolism, thereby generating heat, which helps keep your lower back warm.

Keeping the shoulders, neck, feet, abdomen, waist and back warm is very important for people who are afraid of cold. By choosing appropriate clothes, using heating equipment, soaking feet in hot water, and exercising appropriately, you can effectively improve the body's ability to keep warm and reduce the adverse effects of cold weather on the body.

At the same time, you should also pay attention to adding or removing clothes in time according to weather changes , and maintain good living habits and mentality to spend a warm and comfortable winter.