How to stay away from sickness during Spring Seasonal Change

Most of us enjoy the change of seasons. The winter's first snow and spring flowers bring a sense of wonder. Fall offers the beauty of changing leaves. Summer welcomes warm lazy days with friends.

 

But does the change of seasons mean we're more susceptible to colds, flu, or other respiratory problems? The answer is a little complicated, but research shows the answer is a qualified, "Yes".

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Can You Catch a Cold from Being Chilled?

People always seem to come down with a cold or the flu when the seasons change. But these dramatic temperature changes aren't the direct cause of these illnesses, experts say. There are several factors that play a part in these seasonal spikes.

• The temperature shifts permit a different group of viruses to flourish, and it's these viruses that make people sick, said Dr. Benjamin Kaplan, an internal medicine physician at Orlando Health in Florida.

• We can dispel the old myth that being cold can give you a cold. You have to be infected by a virus to catch a cold or the flu. However, influenza viruses peak in the winter. And the rhinovirus that causes colds peaks in the spring and fall when the temperatures are cooler. Also, being out in the cold appears to limit the ability of your nasal hairs and mucus to catch and stop germs coming into your nose.

• In spring,  seasonal allergies can increase a person’s vulnerability to infections, because  The nasal inflammation caused by seasonal allergies makes it easier for viruses to “set up shop” in your nose. Also, since your immune system is preoccupied with dealing with your allergies, it has fewer resources available to defend you from illness-causing intruders.

• When it’s cold outside, we tend to spend more time together indoors. The likelihood is that when we’re indoors with others, we’re more likely to be exposed to germs from others who may already have the sniffles.

• One research study found that students in dorm rooms with poor ventilation caught more colds. Another study found that good ventilation along with high indoor relative humidity rendered the influenza A virus inactive.

What Can You Do to Feel Better and avoid sickness When Seasons Change?

• Consider a humidifier to keep airways moist

• Wash your hands regularly

• keep a well-balanced diet with plenty of sleep

• Regular exercises to strengthen resistance

If you wonder if you have a cold or an allergy, see your healthcare provider. And your health care provider can also answer your questions about getting your flu shot.

Water Therapy

Did you know that drinking water immediately upon waking up from bed has profound therapeutic effects for various health conditions?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drinking water immediately after waking up early in the morning is seen as one of the ways of water therapy. Scientific evidence has also proven the value of this therapy. Following this simple practice can cure migraines, get rid of allergies, improve your metabolism and provide myriad other health benefits. Here are a few health benefits that you can gain by practicing water therapy daily.

1. Better Nutrient Absorption and Purifies the Colon

2. Boosts Metabolism to Help Lose Weight

3. Hydrates You at a Cellular Level

4. Improves Immunity

In addition, water therapy can also be related to the rain! Wait for the rain and send your kids outside. With clothes or swimsuits, it doesn’t matter. Hand them an umbrella or let them just get soaked. Give them buckets to collect water and a broom to slosh it up with. The rain provides a phenomenal sensory integration experience.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Resources: 

Heid, M. (2018, March 19). Do people get sick when the seasons change? Retrieved March 22, 2021, from https://time.com/5198318/seasons-changing-sick-cold/

Why do I get sick when the seasons change. (n.d.). Retrieved March 22, 2021, from https://www.aurorahealthcare.org/patients-visitors/blog/why-do-i-get-sick-when-the-seasons-change

Livpure. (2019, January 17). What is Water Therapy & its benefits? Everything you need to know. Retrieved March 22, 2021, from https://www.livpure.com/blog/what-is-water-therapy-its-benefits-everything-you-need-to-know