Myth Busters: Winter Edition

As the temperatures being dropping, you know that “Ol’ Man Winter” is fast approaching.

Here are six myths and facts to keep in mind when getting dressed in the winter to keep you warm, comfortable and also safe.

Myth: Dressing warmly avoids colds, viruses and flu. Mom was wrong on this one—mostly. If you haven't been exposed to a virus, cold weather won't make any difference. There are over 200 viruses that can cause the common cold.

Myth: You lose body heat through your head. There's nothing special about your head. You'll lose body heat from any part of your body that is exposed.


Myth: You must dress in layers to stay warm. It's true that dressing in layers allows people to adjust for different levels of activity. But one well-made, warm garment will do just as well to keep away the winter chills.

Myth: Any fabric will work to keep you warm.

When cotton gets wet, it conducts heat away from the body at a much more rapid rate than other fabrics. Anything that can dampen your clothes, such as perspiration, or water, can cause cotton to start robbing you of heat fast.


Myth: Drinking alcohol will keep you warm.


But the worst part about alcohol consumption in the cold is that it impairs your judgment about when you need to head indoors.

What are your tips for keeping warm during the Winter?