Drink enough water, wash your nose and hands regularly, use a humidifier, keep your body warm, and help prevent cold season nose and throat diseases.
Cold weather causes dry air, lack of humidity can aggravate sinus conditions, allergic rhinitis, sore throat, postnasal drip, colds… Some ways below contribute to reducing risk of disease.
Drink plenty of water Helps keep mucous membranes moist, reducing the risk of sinus infections. Adults should drink 1.5-2 liters of water a day, even in the cold season. You can also add fruit juice, soup, or broth to increase the amount of water each day. Drinking water regularly also lubricates the vocal cords, limiting hoarseness.
Use a physiological saline spray or regular sinus rinses to keep the nasal passages clear and hydrated, helping to breathe easier on dry winter days. Gargling with salt water also helps prevent bacteria and clean the throat. You can buy physiological saline at a pharmacy or mix it yourself at a ratio of 9 g of salt to 1,000 ml of cooled boiled water. Using a humidifier also helps increase humidity in the nose and throat, clears the airways, thereby reducing the risk of sinus diseases.
Hand washing Regularly can prevent bacteria that cause respiratory infections, reducing the risk of exposure to allergens that irritate the nasal passages. Because changing weather creates conditions for bacteria to grow and stick to surfaces that are exposed every day.
Vacuum regularly to remove pet hair and dust mites that accumulate in the home. Families can use an air purifier to help filter allergens, improve air quality, and benefit nose and throat health.
Keep your body warmespecially the legs, neck, and head to avoid getting cold. As for young children, parents should avoid letting their children go out at night and wear masks if they have to go out. Children should not wear too many clothes at night because it can sweat and absorb back into the body, causing a cold. Avoid contact with people who are showing signs of infectious diseases such as colds or flu. Wear a mask every time you go out, avoid going to crowded places.
Rest and exercise to strengthen the immune system. However, do not exercise when it is too cold or rainy, warm up carefully before exercising, and dress warmly. Get 7-8 hours of sleep every night so your body has time to regenerate. Reasonable work arrangement helps you get enough rest, reduce pressure and stress.
Guaranteed nutritionsupplement lean protein, eat lots of fruits to increase the body’s vitamins and improve resistance. Prioritize foods rich in vitamin C and zinc such as oranges, tangerines, grapefruit, and seafood.
People with signs of illness such as sore throat, persistent runny nose, cough, or fever should see a doctor for timely diagnosis and treatment. Avoid buying medicine on your own or using someone else’s prescription.