Why should you cover up in winter?

Runny nose, scratchy throat, tiredness? The first days of cold weather are here and now .... So why do you need to cover yourself up in winter? And above all, how do you cover yourself up from the first days of cold weather?

A change for the body

Going from +20°C in September to sub-zero temperatures from November/December onwards is not a trivial change for the human body. The body's average temperature varies between 36.2°C and 37.5°C. The "sudden" change in temperature can be perceived as an aggression for the body which will have to react accordingly. Regardless of the season, the body needs to maintain a temperature of about 37°C to function properly. If the outside temperature drops, the body will do its best to self-regulate and adapt to the new climate. However, depending on the state of health of each individual and the level of vitamins in the body, the body may take more or less time to self-regulate and this is where the first winter viruses appear.

Virus proliferation and illness

Some people get sick with each change of season. This is not only due to the change in temperature, it is also due to viruses that take advantage of a drop in the immune system to take hold in the body. It is essential to have a healthy lifestyle in order to combat the various viruses that circulate throughout the year. Especially since the appearance of COVID-19. It is well known that heat kills viruses or at least slows them down, so it is important to be vigilant as soon as the cold weather arrives. The body has difficulty fighting the cold on its own, and the body uses a lot of energy to keep itself warm. The first changes in temperature usually occur in October (autumn). So there's no need to hang around and keep tank tops or open shoes on for longer, you should quickly change your wardrobe for more suitable clothes.

The parts of the body most sensitive to the cold

Did you know that?

30% of our body heat is lost through the hands and feet. As for the skull, it alone evacuates 30% of body heat!

It is well known that the extremities of the body are often the coldest and also the least easy to warm up. However, given the percentage of our body's heat evacuation, they are the ones that should be covered first. Hands and feet risk frostbite if they are too cold. However, be careful not to restrict the circulation of the blood. To avoid the "onion" strategy of layering, opt for quality products and textiles with thermoregulatory properties. 

Alpaca wool is 7 times warmer than commercial sheep's wool. It has thermoregulatory and hypoallergenic properties that allow the body to retain its warmth and maintain a good temperature without causing excess perspiration. No need to put on a t-shirt, jumper and coat, an alpaca wool jumper will give you as much warmth, if not more, than all of these combined, in one product.

Also remember that the head and neck are the areas of the body that are least warm. It is therefore essential to cover the head with a hat and the neck with a scarf. Here too, there is no point in wearing a scarf with nice knits if the cold gets through. Opt for a better quality wool. Alpaca wool is the most suitable for cold weather. Alpaca products are long-lasting, do not age and the wool does not deteriorate over time. This wool does not retain odours and does not require constant washing.

La Maison de l'Alpaga wool

Our brand La Maison de l'Alpaga offers a wide range of clothing and accessories made of quality alpaca wool. Products with unique properties to protect you against the cold. Thick and comfortable socks, soft and trendy hats, colourful scarves but also jumpers and cardigans for the whole family. We also have a range of alpaca wool hats and gloves with fleece lining to protect you from wind and cold. As alpaca wool is a very good warmth carrier and the fleece lining an excellent windbreaker, the combination of the two offers you an optimal combo for the winter. Choosing alpaca wool is the best way to stay warm and protected from the cold this winter.

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