Unsolicited Advice by Catherine Dolan & Anchal Kumar
January's bitter cold can be brutal. Devils' Advocate writers provide advice on how to get through the winter.
Stay Healthy!
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Work Out
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Take Care of Your Skin
Illustrations by Audrey Carter
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Colder weather means more sickness. Many students have already experienced a variety of colds and viruses this year. If you find yourself feeling a little under the weather, one great thing to do is to try the “Medicine Ball” drink at Starbucks. This beverage, which is available through the secret menu, is a mixture of Jade Citrus Mint Green Tea, Peach Tranquility Herbal Tea, hot water, steamed lemonade, and just a hint of honey.
During the winter, daylight hours are few and far between. With the sun being so scarce this month, many people lose motivation to work out and stay in shape. While it can be a major testament of will, it is important to keep yourself happy and healthy. One tactic is to buy cute workout clothes specifically meant for chillier temperatures. Having fun clothes to wear will help motivate you to exercise. Listening to a playlist of positive, uplifting songs will also add to this happy vibe. Finally, attempt to schedule your workouts when it’s light outside. According to Healthline, there’s no replacement for the mood boost and vitamin D that the sun provides.
As temperatures hit an all-time low, so does our skin condition. No one is a fan of that dry, cracked feeling. While dry skin may seem inevitable, avoiding it takes only a few subtle lifestyle changes. For one, try to avoid cranking up the thermostat—contrary to popular belief extremely warm temperatures can make your environment even drier! Another small change is purchasing cleansers and soaps that are without fragrance and designed to be gentle. They are not packed with the chemicals that contribute to drying you out. Finally, make sure that you always keep chapstick and a tube of hand moisturizer on you. When you are hours into the day and able to rejuvenate your skin, you will be thanking us. Perspectives| 23
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