It is cold outside. And many of the locations are facing rolling black-outs. Here are some tips to stay warm.
Tips to stay warm:
Close any blinds/curtains or put blankets or towels up to cover windows and provide insulation
Close off rooms to avoid losing heat
Stuff towels in cracks under doors, esp. exterior ones
Wear layers of loose fitting, warm clothing, especially warm socks and gloves if you have them
Eat and drink food to provide energy to warm the body but avoid alcohol or caffeine
If you have candles, lighting them can help act as a heat source, especially in an enclosed space. But do not rely on them, and remember to practice good fire safety.
Do not:
Under no circumstances should you bring a generator inside. They should remain 30 feet away from your home
Don’t use a stove or oven for heat, this can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning
By training, I am a American Board Certified Pediatrician. But in my younger years I grew up with natural alternatives. As a mom I have tried to incorporate both for my kids and it has worked wonders. And finally, as I am studying natural & alternative medicines, I realize the beauty and wisdom of living closer to earth. Hence in my practice I integrate both...for acute ailments I follow American Academy of Pediatrics recommendation but for simple and/or chronic conditions I prefer natural alternatives.
In western training we were raised to think that "health is the absence of symptoms and problems". But eastern sensibilities has educated me that "Health is state that allows one to use the full capabilities of their body, mind and intellect. Therefore, healthy living is a balanced state of well being: physically, mentally, socially and spiritually." This implies that healing is not a "one-pill-fits-all", but a personalized experience.
