When you think of winter most likely you think of cold weather, ice, and snow, but you're forgetting one important component of winter is dry-air. The moisture content in the air goes down dramatically both outside and typically inside your home as well when winter comes, so here are some tips to combat that winter dry spell.
1. EYES - Use drops that say "preservative free" to avoid further irritation.
2. NOSE - Use saline spray instead of petroleum-based ointments which can actually harm your nose's lining.
3. SKIN - Don't take excessively long showers as this will dry out your skin, instead limit it to 15 minutes and use a fragrance free soap and finish off with a cream-based lotion.
4. THROAT - Drink at least 2 liters of water a day. In addition using cough drops and herbal or decaffeinated tea.
Remembering these tips will help you to avoid the itchy eyes, stuffy nose, cracked skin, and sore throats that are all a part of winter.
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