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Weather Changes Can Affect Your Health In Numerous Ways.
« on: September 21, 2017, 02:45:29 PM »
Weather Changes Can Affect Your Health In Numerous Ways, And They Aren’t Always Positive


You probably already know that changes in weather can greatly affect your mood and physical condition. In recent years, more and more studies of the connection between weather and health have started to appear. People who suffer from conditions that can be made worse by changes in weather can confirm – weather can be a prime factor that exacerbates their symptoms. In some cases, a change of climate is the only way to relieve certain conditions. Below is the list of health problems that can be influenced by weather changes:

1. Migraines

Migraine headaches can be triggered by the decreasing barometric pressure, fluctuations of humidity levels, and cold temperatures. There is probably a link between changes in blood pressure (which is also affected by weather) and migraines. If you can’t move to a place with a more stable weather, it’s best for you to write down weather effects on your headaches and discuss with your doctor how you can prevent migraine headaches before they start.


But are there any real ways to fight weather-related migraines besides taking pills? Doctors say there are. We’ve compiled the best tips from experts which will help you with your weather migraines without any harm to your health.



2. Mood and low energy




It’s common knowledge that depression and other mental disorders can get worse or recur in cold and rainy seasons. There is a study that links increased humidity to decreased levels of energy, drowsiness, and problems with concentration. There is also a condition called ‘seasonal affective disorder’ (SAD – a fitting abbreviation, isn’t it?), in which you become depressed in seasons when there is less daylight. If you are affected by SAD or other mood disorder, try to spend more time outside in the sun in cold seasons.



And while warm weather can lift your spirits, there is a study that suggests that heat can make you more aggressive.



3. Joint pain






Research suggests that low temperatures and increased humidity contribute to joint pain. If you can’t move to a place with a more pleasant climate, there is not much you can do about your arthritis symptoms. Doctors recommend light exercise to improve your condition to some extent.



4. Cardiovascular problems

Cardiologist Steve Pollock, MD, director of St. Joseph’s Heart Institute in Towson, Md., strongly advises against shoveling snow to people with heart problems. The degree of exertion needed for this activity can be too much and may lead to a cardiac event.

It’s also a known fact that the incidence of strokes and heart attacks increases with an extreme rise in temperature.



5. Allergy and non-allergic rhinitis

Spring must be the least favorite season for people with pollen allergy – that’s when their symptoms start to show. Allergy can be kept at bay with the help of antihistamines, but there is a condition called non-allergic rhinitis – it has symptoms similar to those of allergies and requires different treatment. If you have symptoms such as swollen nasal passages, sneezing, and congestion, talk to your doctor – he or she will order tests to establish the cause of your symptoms.



6. Vitamin D deficiency






In cold seasons, your body produces less vitamin D because the exposure to sunlight is limited. To avoid vitamin D deficiency, it’s recommended to consume more of this vitamin with your food. Good choices are oily fish, such as salmon or tuna, foods fortified with vitamin D, and taking a supplement.



7. Asthma

Cold weather can cause the airway to swell and lead to an asthma attack in people who suffer from exercise-induced asthma. David Hagaman, MD, medical director at the Vanderbilt Asthma, Sinus and Allergy Program, says: “When breathing in fast, the air they exchange doesn’t have a chance to warm up.”

If your asthma attacks are triggered by pollen, thunderstorms can make asthma attacks more likely. Because of thunderstorms, pollen can get into the lower part of your airway and lead to an asthma attack.



8. Colds

It’s common knowledge that people suffer from colds mostly in cold season. That’s because you spend more time indoors around other people and your risk of contracting a virus increases. Doctors recommend to wash your hands more often to prevent germs from spreading and to stay away from people who have cold symptoms.