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Cold Wave Effect on Lungs: Winter has started and at this time many states across the country including Gujarat are experiencing bone-chilling cold. Cold wave is also expected in the coming days. The problem also increases during the cold season because there is more pollution in this season. Both pollution and cold wave are harmful for the lungs. If preventive measures are not taken at this time, the cold wave has a bad effect on the lungs.
Effect of cold wave on lungs
Air pollution in winter is full of harmful particles. This pollution affects the lungs. Cold air can also cause cold, cough and breathing problems. This time can be especially troublesome for people with weakened immune systems. Cold air and pollution can cause problems like pneumonia, bronchitis, asthma. If you want to avoid these problems, then take special care of some things in winter.
How to stay safe in cold wave?
1. Wear warm clothes whenever you have to go out. Wear double layers of clothing to keep your body warm and protected from cold wind.
2. While leaving the house, cover the face and nose with a mask and scarf so that the cold air cannot directly attack the lungs.
3. To maintain blood circulation in the body, do exercise, yoga or even walk for a few minutes every day. This will also strengthen the lungs.
4. Drink water even in winter. Many people drink less water in winter. It harms the body. Adequate water intake is important even in winter.
5. Take steam every few days to keep your lungs healthy in winter. So that bacteria and germs are destroyed.