Viruses associated with respiratory diseases are more prevalent in cold and dry weather (File Photo: Pixabay)
As the winter season approaches, the human body becomes more susceptible to certain health problems.
According to NDTV, cold and dry weather weakens our immune system. Respiratory problems are usually more common during this season.
Viruses related to respiratory diseases are more prevalent in cold and dry weather.
Apart from this, the distance between the sun and the earth also increases in winter due to which the sun’s rays do not reach the earth through the entire climate.
This can lead to vitamin D deficiency and vitamin D deficiency also weakens the immune system.
In winter, people mostly stay indoors due to which germs spread easily.
All these factors, combined with lifestyle and dietary changes, can lead to seasonal flu, joint pain and other health problems.
Let us tell you about some of the diseases that are caused by cold.
Fever and flu
Cold and flu viruses spread more in cold and dry air, which increases the risk of respiratory diseases.
Less sunlight can also weaken the immune system, which increases the sensitivity of the immune system.
Getting a flu shot, washing your hands, and staying in a warm environment can help protect against colds and flu in the winter.
Climate depression
As the sun’s intensity decreases during the day, many people experience seasonal depression, SEED (weather-induced depression) become victims of
This is a specific type of depression that can also be called a type of depression associated with low sunlight.
This particular condition affects serotonin levels and disrupts circadian rhythms.
Such a situation can be dealt with by spending more time in sunlight.
Asthma and allergy complaints
Cold air and chills can aggravate asthma and make respiratory allergies worse due to dry and cold weather.
Using humidifiers and covering the nose with a scarf when going outside can help with breathing.
Dry skin and eczema
Cold and dry air strips the skin of moisture, which often leads to dryness, itching and eczema.
In such a situation, using thick moisturizers will add moisture to the skin.
Keeping the body hydrated can also help the skin retain moisture.
Heart problems
Cold temperatures constrict blood vessels, which increases blood pressure.
In such a case, the heart has to work harder to deliver blood to different parts of the body.
This condition increases the risk of heart attack.
The risk of heart attack is especially high in people who already have heart disease.
Wearing warm clothes and avoiding sudden running in the cold can reduce heart problems.
