Drink hot chocolate or another warm liquid to keep your body warm.
If your body is not kept warm, hypothermia and even death can occur. According to the University of Georgia's College of Family and Consumer Sciences, "hypothermia occurs when your body loses heat faster than it can be produced" and can occur even if the temperature outside is not very cold. Keeping your body warm is a must if you want to prevent hypothermia and stay healthy during winter.
Instructions
1. Stay indoors or navigate to a heated space. Turn on your heater, start a fire or open your blinds if the sun is shining to increase the heat in your home or shelter.
2. Wear multiple layers of loose-fitting clothing. According to Cornell University, you need to wear loose-fitting clothes so the pockets of air between the clothing layers can insulate your body from the cold.
3. Wear a wool or sheepskin hat. According to Cornell University, 60 percent of the heat lost from your body is commonly lost through the head. Add multiple hats or earmuffs to your head if a single hat fails to keep your head warm.
4. Wrap yourself in an electric blanket. This will heat the core areas of your body, such as the chest, neck, head and groin areas.
5. Drink warm liquids, such as hot chocolate or broth, frequently. Warm liquids will bring additional warmth and comfort to your body.
6. Visit the emergency room immediately if your body temperature drops drastically or if you're not able to properly keep your body warm. According to the University of Georgia, you will need to seek medical attention immediately if your body temperature is 95 degrees or lower.
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