Therefore, it is critical to raise awareness about the importance of taking care of yourself during a cold front, keeping your respiratory tract healthy, and preventing possible problems such as the common cold, flu, chronic bronchitis, and asthma.
Minors wear coats to protect themselves from low temperatures (with photos)
Author: Fabin Meldes
mexico city. – he National Weather Service (SMN) recently forecast temperatures of zero to -5 degrees in the mountainous areas of the 23 states of the Republic, predicting a total of 18 cold fronts between December 2023 and January 2024, in addition to National Water Commission (Conagua) warns of continued low temperatures in the country.
Therefore, it is critical to raise awareness about the importance of taking care of yourself during cold fronts to maintain respiratory health and prevent possible cold-related problems such as the common cold, flu, chronic bronchitis, and asthma.Dr. Carlos Lenin Plego, surgeon and specialist Internal Medicine.
“Repeated exposure to pathogens such as viruses and bacteria, as well as environmental factors such as air pollution and temperature changes, may contribute to the onset and recurrence of these illnesses. Additionally, people with weakened immune systems, such as young children and the elderly, may be more susceptible to recurrent Respiratory disease,” he explained.
So, follow these five tips to take care of yourself during cold front season:
Stay Warm: Cold temperatures can increase the risk of respiratory infections, such as colds and flu. Staying warm and avoiding prolonged exposure to cold can help reduce the risk of contracting these illnesses.
Eat well and drink water: The cold can unknowingly dehydrate you and increase your caloric needs. Drink enough water and eat nutrient-dense foods to maintain energy and help your body regulate internal temperature.
Stay physically active: Engage in light exercise to stimulate circulation and keep warm. But avoid strenuous outdoor exercise in extremely cold conditions to prevent excessive coldness and fatigue.
Use of immune boosters. Medications containing sublingual mechanical bacterial lysates can be used to prevent recurrence of respiratory infections, and their use can promote faster recovery, however, be sure to check with your doctor about their use.
Check weather conditions: Paying attention to alerts issued by the weather department will help you plan and adjust your activities according to weather conditions.
“The importance of taking an immune booster using sublingual mechanical bacterial lysate is to strengthen our natural defenses, giving our immune system the necessary boost to deal with this type of cold front and protect our health in the face of ongoing microbial threats and stress, strengthening our immune system defenses becomes a key measure to maintain balance and well-being at this time,” commented Lenin Prigo.
In short, taking care of yourself during a cold front is important not only to avoid recurring respiratory illnesses and health issues, but also to ensure overall health during challenging weather conditions. Taking precautions and paying attention to each person’s specific needs can help make it through cold weather periods safely and healthily.