In order to stay healthy during winters, many precautions should be followed. Because more diseases surround us in this season. People with high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma and respiratory problems should pay more attention to their health in winter. During winter, there are changes in our body's immune system and digestive system..so don't go for the following at all.
1. In winter, many people hide ice creams, cool drinks, and fruits in the fridge. Foods kept in the fridge should not be eaten immediately. Throat infections, colds, flu, and sinus problems will occur. Due to these problems one cannot sleep properly at night.
2. Eating too many sweets in winter is very dangerous. Because taking more sugar (Sugar) substances reduces immunity (Immunity). This makes viral infections more likely. Medical experts say that it is better to use jaggery or honey instead of sugar.
3. It is better to stay away from processed foods in this season. Especially chips, packed snacks, fast foods, junk foods are not digested quickly..so stomach bloating and gas troubles come.
4. If you have cold, cough and fever during winter, it is better to stay away from milk and curd. They increase mucus in the body. If you want to drink milk, add some turmeric and pepper powder to it and it will work as a good medicine.
5. Maida is one of the most important foods that should not be eaten in winter. Many people prefer food items made with maida flour. But don't know that it has many disadvantages. Ingredients made of flour increase the body's fatigue. It leads to constipation. That's why it is better to take fiber and nutritious cereals during winter season.
6. Better to stay away from fried foods. During winters many people crave for something hot to eat. They mostly eat bajjis, pakodis and samosas. But, the 'trans fats' present in these cause inflammation in the body. It leads to digestive diseases. It causes you to gain excess weight without knowing it.
7. Many people drink more coffee in winter. Coffee increases caffeine (Excessive Caffeine) in the body and causes dehydration. In the winter season the skin becomes more dry leading to sleeplessness. Instead of coffee and tea, herbal tea or jaggery tea should be taken in moderation.
8. Eating too much at night is not good. If you eat freely before going to bed in winter, you will get into trouble later. Eating too much can cause gas and acidity problems. That is why doctors say that it is better to sleep and take light food after dark.
9. It is good to follow these precautions along with food in winter. Do not keep windows and doors completely closed in winter. Due to this, the air in the room decreases and bacteria and virus spread immediately. It is better to ensure that there is plenty of fresh air.
10. Small tips in winters are to massage your hands and feet with coconut oil or mustard oil before going to bed. Moisturizer with coconut oil immediately after bathing when the skin is moist can check cracks and itching.
