Cold Weather Myth Busted: The Simple Habit That Stops Colds (Video)

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Why does a chilly walk feel like a cold starter?

Why does a chilly walk feel like a cold starter?

Cold Weather Myth

Ever wonder why a chilly walk seems to bring a cold? Stay till the end for the one habit that really cuts it.

Verdict

The short answer: cold weather isn’t the culprit. A virus does. That's the myth busted.

How a Cold Spreads

A cold is just a virus that lands on the lining of your nose or eyes. It usually gets there via your fingers after touching a door handle or a phone, or by inhaling droplets from someone else’s cough or sneeze.

Winter Boosts Spread

Winter makes it easier for viruses to hop around. Families stay under one blanket, windows stay shut, and the dry air from heaters lets some viruses survive longer. Schools and weddings pack people together, and we spend more time in the same room air.

Fresh Air Break

Opening a window for just five to ten minutes a few times a day can cut virus load.

Comfort Myths

Getting out with wet hair or a cold drink may make you feel chilly, but they don’t create viruses. Dry your hair and wear a sweater for comfort, not for prevention.

Everyday Habits That Help

If someone’s ill, wash your hands for twenty seconds, open a window for a few minutes, give the sick person their own glass, towel and pillowcase, and always cough into a tissue or your elbow.

The one habit

The single habit that really lowers your risk is to open a window for five to ten minutes a few times a day, letting fresh air flush out viruses.

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Read the full guide

The full guide is on thecareonline.com. General information only, so check with your doctor for your own case.