When the weather is a roller coaster, getting dressed in the morning can quickly become an arduous task. Should you cover up too much? Or on the contrary play the card of lightness so as not to suffocate in the afternoon? Dr Gérald Kierzek, medical director of True Medical, guides you.
Adopt the layering technique
On a daily basis, favoring the superposition of modular layers to stay comfortable and avoid getting sick is the best option, says the doctor, “although dressing “poorly” does not directly make you sick”, he specifies. On the other hand, dry cold and poor clothing balance “weaken mucous membranes and can increase exposure to viruses”, continues the medical director of True Medical.
So many good reasons… to adopt the layering technique. “Start with technical underwear or a light t-shirt against the skin, add a sweater or sweatshirt, then a warmer jacket or coat,” recommends the medical expert.
Bring a scarf or scarf
Although this tip may seem basic, it is nonetheless effective. “To protect the throat and neck from the wind, the scarf or scarf is one of the accessories that is easy to remove if necessary,” he relates.
Choose clothes that are easy to remove
Zipped vest, buttoned jacket… In the morning, choose clothes that are easy to remove “in order to quickly adapt your outfit to temperature variations occurring during the day”,
recommends Dr. Gérald Kierzek.
Opt for closed shoes
Wearing flip-flops in autumn not your thing? So much the better, because closed shoes are much more suitable.
“They help retain heat,” assures the doctor. What if the weather gets milder? “In this case, make sure they are not too thick,” he specifies.
Remember to check the weather
A very simple and yet very useful reflex. “In the morning, take into account the strength of the wind and the humidity felt. Also be prepared to remove layers in the afternoon, or even stay in a long or short sleeved t-shirt depending on your sensitivity. he assures.
Are you not protecting yourself enough? Be careful, this habit can be risky
While remaining in a form of winter denial may be a carefully considered choice, it is no less dangerous.
- “Dry cold weakens the mucous membranes of the nose and those of the respiratory tract. This bad habit therefore promotes the penetration of viruses and reduces your immune capacity.
alerts Dr. Gérald Kierzek; - Cold air dries out the nose, making the body more vulnerable.
“Breathing cold air reduces the production of antiviral molecules by the nasal mucosa and therefore reduces the speed of immune defenses”, continues the doctor
; - In winter we all tend to stay indoors more, “which increases viral transmission, while promiscuity and reduced ventilation add to the risks”, warns medical director ;
- Finally, protecting the extremities (head, neck, hands) well and favoring technical textiles, such as wool or cotton, is a good idea. “Provided of course that you avoid any form of excessive sweating,” he concludes.