Carnival season is well underway and some of the largest illuminated parades in Europe are taking to the streets all across Somerset with Shepton Mallet, Wells and Glastonbury all coming up soon. It is a time for celebration and a time for revelry, but it is also a time when the long cold autumn nights can cause havoc with the body. Each year during the carnivals there are a number of people who require treatment for cold-related conditions.
If you need treatment for a cold-related condition then there is every chance that your evening will already have been spoiled but there are steps that can be taken to protect against the cold.
- Layer up: start with a soft layer for comfort and finish with synthetic materials that will protect against wind and rain. Be careful not to make yourself too warm as sweating creates moisture that can actually make you colder. Add or remove layers to regulate your body temperature.
- Wear gloves and a hat: most body heat is lost through unprotected extremities such as the hands or the top of the head so keep warmth in by covering up these areas.
- Wear waterproofs: a wet body will get cold far quicker than a dry body and will take longer to warm up again.
- Move around: maintain circulation of the blood and therefore warmth around the body. Even wriggling fingers and toes will help.
- Keep hydrated: cold air naturally draws moisture away from the body so drinking plenty of non alcoholic fluids will help prevent dehydration. Drinking alcohol will lower the body temperature.
Enjoy the fun of the carnival!
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