COLD articles Tag

Why do we get colder as we age?

What are the physiological causes of chilliness? We are not all equal when it comes to the cold, and age is one of the main factors influencing an individual's chilliness. Indeed, with advancing age, certain physiological parameters change, starting with body temperature. This is between 36 and ...

29
Dec
2022

Thermotherapy: in case of pain, should I use hot or cold?

or ice cubes for pain sounds like a grandmother's remedy. And yet, the effectiveness of thermal therapy has been proven by science. Putting hot or cold on a painful area does have a pain-relieving effect, although it should be noted that this action is moderate and momentary. In other words, the ...

23
Feb
2023

Bringing in plants for winter: when and how?

1- When to bring your plants inside? As soon as the temperatures drop, it's time to turn in plants for the winter to protect them from the cold and frost. Depending on the region, this sheltering should be done in October or November. It is not possible to give a more precise answer to this ques ...

25
Nov
2022

Weather: will winter be cold in 2022-2023?

ber. And indeed, the winter onslaught began in early December with an average temperature of 4.39°C in France on Friday, December 3, 2022. This cold weather, which is expected to continue until the middle of December, has also led to the appearance of the first snowflakes as far as the plains ...

05
Dec
2022

Heatwave and health: mistakes to avoid

1- Drinking beers or other alcoholic beverages. Drinking a cold beer when it's hot may seem like a good idea to quench your thirst. But in reality, beer, like all alcoholic beverages, has the effect of dehydrating the body. That's why in case of high heat, it's better to opt for a non-alcoholic be ...

10
Aug
2023

Cold snap in France: what causes the phenomenon?

t can we expect? If you haven't already done so, it's time to get your scarves, hats and Gloves out of the closet! At the beginning of next week, the cold will arrive in France. The drop in temperatures will first be seen on Sunday 21 November on the Channel coast and north of the Loire. This ...

19
Nov
2021

Prevention of bronchiolitis: adopt the right reflexes

in babies is respiratory syncytial virus or RSV. While in healthy adults and children, RSV infection manifests itself as the symptoms of a common cold, in an infant or child with a chronic illness, this virus can cause more severe symptoms. This particularly contagious virus is transmitted by ...

06
Dec
2021

Health: 5 Tips to Combat Cold Feet

Choose socks made of the right material. The first of the 5 tips for cold feet is about choosing the right socks. For your socks to be truly effective and warm up your chilly toes, you must select the correct material. Synthetic fiber socks should be avoided because they promote sweating and hence ...

20
Nov
2023

Koridashi : The Japanese cold brewed iced tea

njoy the experience of making a cup of tea. The Koridashi : Step by step recipe Brewing tea using the koridashi method is very similar to brewing tea cold, except you use ice instead of cold water. You will need loose tea leaves, ice cubes, and a carafe to brew the tea. Of course, good quality tea g ...

19
May
2022

Making your own iced tea: 4 methods to try

ck tea, white tea or green tea. 4- Simply double the brewing time so that your beverage is a little stronger than usual. Indeed, when it is served cold, it must be a little stronger to not lose its taste. 5- Strain the drink and let it cool, first at room temperature and then in the refrigerat ...

11
July
2022

Back pain and weather: is there a link between the two?

scientific debate for many years. Researchers looked at the issue in 2014, 2016 and 2017 without finding a proven causal link between the onset of cold weather and increased back pain. So scientists have long claimed that the idea that winter is the worst season for back pain sufferers is just ...

12
Dec
2022

Salt-based remedies: recipes and benefits

A remedy for the common cold. One of the most well-known salt-based remedies is to cleanse the nose using a saline solution in case of sinusitis, hay fever, or winter cold. Here is the method to prepare this simple and effective remedy to prevent and treat the cold: • Boil 1 liter of water • D ...

30
Apr
2009

The camerisier or edible honeysuckle: an amazing shrub

e a bitter taste, wait another week or two before picking them. An easy to live with shrub Thanks to its Siberian origins, the camerisier is very cold hardy: it can survive temperatures down to -40°C and its flowers are cold resistant down to -7°C. This fruit-bearing shrub, which originates ...

27
Apr
2022

Heat wave: 5 tips to cool down

1- Take a shower... but not too cold The first instinct we often think of when we get too hot is to take a shower. This is a good idea, but only if you set the water temperature properly. During hot weather or a heat wave, we all too often tend to take a cold shower. But, in reality, this is not ...

17
June
2022

Osteoarthritis of the hands: what to do?

Relieve pain with heat or cold When you have arthritis in your hands, fingers and/or wrists, you sometimes wonder what the best trick is to relieve stiffness and pain. If you're unsure whether to apply heat or cold to your aching hands, know that both have beneficial effects. Applying heat, usin ...

01
Sep
2022

How to make a tropical garden in France ?

France and not only in the most southern regions! You can try the adventure just about anywhere in France, as long as you have a space sheltered from cold winds and frost by a wall or a fence. Also favor a location benefiting from a little shade for example under a tree to prevent the foliage fro ...

14
Sep
2022

Garden: 5 good reasons to adopt the golden lotus dwarf banana tree.

meters in width. Its small size is a first advantage to find a place for it in your garden, preferably in a warm and sunny location. 2- It withstands cold weather well. This variety is also interesting for its hardiness up to -10°C, or even -15°C in good conditions. Once mature, this subtropical p ...

28
June
2023

The day after the party: beauty tips for a healthy glow

ssential ritual: apply your usual makeup remover with your finger and gently massage your face, then rinse first with lukewarm water and finally with cold water to stimulate microcirculation and toxin elimination. You should then hydrate your skin with a moisturizing cream or, if you have time, a ...

26
Dec
2013

Gas and electricity: 5 tips to lower your bill

energy bill will not be the same depending on whether you live in the north or south of France. Your gas and electricity costs will depend on how cold the winter is in your area and when you need to turn on the heating. But, regardless of the Climate in your area, the first of the 5 tips you ...

20
Oct
2021

The Mont Blanc style crown cake: a gourmet recipe

r a packet of baking powder a pinch of salt 3 large eggs 100 g brown sugar 365 g of chestnut cream 5 cl of milk a knob of butter for the mold cold whipped cream 4 marrons glacés (for decoration) a bakery meringue (optional) Preparation 1- Melt the butter in a saucepan, then let it coo ...

12
Jan
2022