2024-01-08 15:48:47
January 8, 2024
In many regions, temperatures fell below 0°C. Our body is put to the test. How to dress to effectively combat the cold?
When temperatures plummet, how do you dress so that you are neither too cold nor too hot? The secret lies in layering. A method known as the “onion technique”. The principle: put several items of clothing on top of each other. This will make it easy to remove if you are too hot, or to put a layer back on if you are too cold.
The first layer is very important since it is in direct contact with your skin. Prefer “breathable” clothing and ban cotton which has the unfortunate tendency to absorb moisture (your perspiration) and take time to dry.
The second layer should help insulate you from the cold outside. Fleece, sweater, long-sleeved t-shirt, shirt should protect your skin. If you fear shivering, add an easily removable vest.
Finally, third element, a warm coat, thick enough to withstand low temperatures. A windproof material will help you fight once morest bad weather.
Protect your hands, feet and head
When temperatures drop, heat loss is greatest through the extremities. This is due to a decrease in blood flow to these areas of the body. Called vasoconstriction, this phenomenon is due to vital organs like the brain and heart taking priority. The hands, feet and especially the head, from which 30% of body heat escapes, are therefore particularly exposed. Hence the importance of wearing a hat, hat or hood as well as gloves and good socks and waterproof, covering shoes.
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