Beware of autumn! 10 seasonal changes that affect our health
Autumn — a season bringing changes not only in weather but also in our body. The transition from summer to winter — a moment that affects person differently, very often not in our favor.
What can happen to our body with the arrival of autumn? There are several unpleasant options.
Changes in barometric pressure affects arterial pressure. Abrupt value changes can increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases in autumn and winter.
Dry air and cold wind, typical of autumn, can cause dryness of eyes or worsen this condition in those already prone to dry eye syndrome.
Dry air can also affect the skin, which becomes irritated, and flaky. To offset the impact of bad weather, moisturize the skin corresponding cosmetic products.
With the onset of autumn and the temperature decreases there is pain in joints, waist and back. If the person is not suffering from any disease of the musculoskeletal system, these pains can be associated with a drop in atmospheric pressure that causes a slight swelling of the muscle tissue, tendons and surrounding tissues. This causes pain and discomfort and sometimes difficulty in movement.
In summer, the sun shines bright and for a long time, people dress easily, which allows the body to more readily absorb the sun's rays necessary for vitamin D synthesis in the body. With the onset of autumn and winter sunlight is reduced, we begin to bundle up, limiting sun exposure to the skin.
With the reduction of vitamin D levels the level of serotonin decreases, which may cause worsening of mood, apathy and even depression.
Seasonal changes affect the energy level. Most strongly these changes are felt in spring and autumn. We have reduced efficiency, there is constant drowsiness and fatigue.
With the cold we start to spend more time indoors. Windows in homes and offices are open less and less, which leads to severe air pollution and increased risk of viral infections.
Existing allergies may increase with the onset of autumn as well as in the spring. It all depends on what the reaction of a person. However, the onset of autumn for some may bring relief to those who suffer from pollen allergies, but if a person is suffering from allergies, such as mold, the same rotting leaves, mold will significantly worsen the condition of Allergy.
And in the end — good news for all who can't sleep in the summer heat. The temperature in the room for General health usually does not exceed 20-22 autumn and winter, and in summer 22-24. However, if there is no air conditioning, the temperature in the bedroom during the summer period was probably much higher, which interfere with normal sleep. With the onset of autumn it runs, and you can already sleep peacefully and not Wake up frequently from the heat.