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Why it's best to wear a scarf when you go outside

Why it s best to wear a scarf when you go outside

It is healthy to go outside every day. Preferably between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., when the sun shows itself. But it is smart to wear a scarf outside and not just because of the cold.

Why?
A scarf keeps your airways (throat, nose and lungs) warm. The airways contain blood vessels that narrow in the cold. As a result, the supply of lymphocytes (a special type of immune cells) to the airways is reduced and viruses have more opportunity to multiply.

This is one of the tips to improve your resistance. In the February issue of Santé you will find 33 more tips to get through the winter without a virus or bacteria taking you over.

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