How to Survive Winter 2024
Winter's a time of change; the nights are darker, the sun sets quicker and the temperatures plummet. Unfortunately, this change often impacts our health; for many, winter brings a period of sickness, whether it be the lurgy or something worse. Luckily, there are things you can do to mitigate and prevent serious reactions to winter weather. We've consulted our seasoned winter experts here at Health and Care, and have collated the best advice and products to keep you feeling your best.
5 Best Products to Beat the Winter Chill
If you're still feeling a chill, don't panic. We've had our experts collate the best range of tested products guaranteed to keep you warm this winter.
Best Winter Gloves
Ejendals Tegera 295 Thermal Waterproof Winter Gloves
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Most winter gloves are so packed with padding that they prevent any kind of dexterous action – but not the Ejendals Tegera 295 Thermal Waterproof Winter Gloves. Featuring a Thinsulate lining which combines warmth and protection, the gloves have an incredibly tight and snug fit. With a waterproof layer an elastic closure with a 360° design, these gloves are really the best choice for comfort and warmth this winter.
Key Features: Waterproof, Snug, 360° Cuffs, Dexterous
Best Eco-Friendly Disposable Hand Warmer
Hotteeze Hand Warmer
Perhaps the simplest fast acting and long-lasting solution to cold hands available, the Hotteeze Hand Warmer is a genuine hand warmer designed to reach an average temperature of 52°C. With a duration of 10 hours and an ultra-thin and odourless design, these hand warmers are the pinnacle in quick-fix design. They are made with natural biodegradable chemicals and materials, making them very eco-friendly – so eco-friendly they can be thrown away into your garden after use!
Key Features: Eco-Friendly, Fast-Acting, 52°C, Odourless
Best Electronic Hand Warmer
HotRox Electronic Hand Warmer Full Kit
A brand new way of keeping your hands warm, the HotRox Electronic Hand Warmer Full Kit is a definite way of keeping your hands and any other part of your body warm this winter. Fully rechargeable and able to provide heat for up to 6 hours, this device is highly functional. Using a specially designed heat-plate, the HotRox Hand Warmer heats up in approximately 15 seconds once turned on; likewise, the device will cool down almost just as quick.
Key Feature: Rechargeable, Electronic, 6 Hours, 15 Seconds Turn-On
Best Warm Slippers
SnugToes Arola Men's Heated Slippers
Featuring an ingenious design, the SnugToes Arola Men's Heated Slippers are made to provide round-the-clock warming care to your exposed feet. Using two removable heat pads which can be placed over the toes, these slippers allow for functional heat therapy whenever you need that extra kick. Made with good grip and an elasticated cuff, these slippers are an ergonomically sophisticated way of keeping warm.
These slippers are also available in a women's version as the SnugToes Funmi Plush Heated Slippers.
Key Feature: Removable Heat Pads, Elasticated Cuff, Extra Grip
Best Heated Seat Cover
HomeGlow B-Warm Heated Seat Cover
A full-proof way of reducing your heating bills instantly in a safe, portable and highly functional manner, the 165cm by 45cm HomeGlow B-Warm Heated Seat Cover is a cheap, cost-effective alternative for providing therapeutic warmth. The seat cover warms the entire body, heating the neck, calves and back gently, and can be controlled using a single button and a four-hour timer.
Key Feature: Cost-Effective, Therapeutic Warmth, Single Button Control, 4 Hour Timer
Tips and Tricks For Keeping Warm in Winter
- Wash your hands / Do not to touch your face - Applicable in all the seasons, but as winter is a period of extreme sickness in every country, this advice has never been more relevant. Wash those hands regularly and make sure you keep your fingers away from your face. You never know what bacteria you've picked up.
- Drink 2 or more litres of water a day - Again, relevant throughout the year, but this is the best way to flush your system out. Two litres of water a day is a guaranteed way of ensuring your body is impervious to sickness and ill health. It will also ensure your inner systems including bones, mucus, saliva, blood and skin are all healthy.
- Eat a balanced diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables - Giving your body the right nutrients is imperative to good health. Detoxifying your blood with good, vitamin rich food will ensure your organs are well-prepared for the cold. Eating food also gets your metabolism working, which means you will generate greater body heat
- Exercise - Just as eating the right food gives your body the tools for survival, exercising regularly ensures your body is working overtime to resist cold weather.
- Take some vitamin supplements - If you can't get your 5 a day in, take some vitamin supplements. They're never as good as the real deal but they will improve your overall health 100% . Indeed, many people are considerably low in Iron, Vitamin D and B12.
Get Winter Solutions!
Staying warm this winter is imperative for a healthy mind and body. If you'd like to see all of the products we have available for heat care, you can browse our Heating and Warmth category!
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