Stay Healthy in Winter
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Importance of Seasons
Every season has its own significance. Because of their importance, people eagerly await them, especially summer and winter, as their duration is longer than that of other seasons.
Contrast Between Summer and Winter
In summer, food and living are simple and plain, which are generally tolerable for all classes. In winter, however, the situation is completely opposite. Living and food become expensive. In this season, one needs a proper house to live in, a warm bed to sleep in, warm clothes to cover the body, and nutritious and heavy food to eat. Hunger increases and digestion power improves. Whatever one eats gets digested easily.
Winter as a Profitable Season
Winter is considered a good and productive season, much like a profitable business period. Just as a businessman makes good profits during the season and saves some money for difficult times, similarly, during winter, one should build and maintain a healthy body through proper exercise and diet.
Rest and Energy
In winter, the days are shorter and the nights are longer, giving the body plenty of time to rest after work. Proper rest helps the body store energy that can be used the next day.
Joy of Exercise
Exercising or going for a walk in the morning during winter is a joy in itself. This season allows you to utilize your body’s energy effectively. By exercising and maintaining a balanced diet, you can keep your digestive system healthy. Exercise and walking help to tone the body. However, exercise and walking should not be abandoned after winter; they can be reduced slightly.
Healthy Diet
Eat nutritious and hearty meals in adequate quantities during this season. Avoid starving yourself for long periods. Negligence in eating during this period can harm the body, making it weak and flabby. Green vegetables are abundantly available during winter and should be eaten raw or cooked. Ghee, milk, butter, rabri, and cream are also easily available. Eating a little jaggery after meals is beneficial, and honey taken after bathing helps protect against cold. Ginger, garlic, and amla should also be consumed in proper quantities.
Useful Winter Tips
To stay healthy during this season, pay attention to the following:
- Ensure your body does not feel cold.
- Wear appropriate warm clothes when going out.
- Do not rush outdoors immediately after taking a hot bath.
- Avoid staying out late at night.
- Do not drink too much cold water, as it can cause throat irritation.
- Use lukewarm water, which helps prevent many diseases.
- Avoid drinking too much tea, even though you may crave it in cold weather.
- Try not to sleep immediately after eating food during the day.
- Take some sunbath whenever possible; it is very beneficial for the body.
- Massage the body regularly to ensure proper blood circulation.
- Travel only when necessary, and always wear warm clothing while travelling.
- Use greasy cream when your skin becomes dry.
