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Top 10 Ways To Stay Warm During Winter Posted: 21 Feb 2013 09:00 PM PST Page1 2 As the cold season is quickly approaching, we are reminded of the joys of the Christmas holidays and wonderful snow activities we can partake in. However, winter has its own downside: the extra low temperatures that cause serious physical discomfort, unless of course you have spent most of your life in Siberia. To combat the negative effects of the cold, you can employ a variety of simple tricks that will definitely help you overcome the physical discomfort and potential seasonal illnesses like the flu or the common cold.   1. Make sure that your heating system is fully functional before winter The probability that the first winter days will catch you by surprise – considering the unpredictable climate changes nowadays – is quite high. However, if you perform the regular maintenance on your heating system and verify that all components are in working condition before the cold weather hits, then you have nothing to worry about. Irrespective of whether you have an A/C unit, a fireplace or portable room heaters, all you need to do is turn them on when the temperature inside drops bellow your comfort threshold. Otherwise, you might have to put up with the cold until you can get a hold of a contractor, which is more difficult than you think during holidays.   2. Wear comfy wool socks at all times Our body’s extremities – the hands, feet, ears, etc. – transfer the heat to the rest of the body in order to maintain the organs within a normal temperature range. However, in the process, they are also the first to lose heat. Therefore, during the cold season it is highly advisable to wear fluffy wool socks on your feet and gloves/earmuffs when you go outside in order to prevent heat from escaping. Scarves are also great in preventing a sore or swollen throat resulted from an extensive cold exposure.   3. Insulate the windows and install thicker curtains Cracks in the window frame as well as the windows themselves are responsible for a great deal of wasted heat via the indoors-outdoors air transfer. The optimal solution to minimize the transfer – at least aside from nailing them shut with wooden boards, which is a bit too radical unless you are also expecting a zombie apocalypse this winter – is to weatherproof the windows by applying a sealant solution. At the same time, the thick curtains are ideal for minimizing the heat transfer between the cold glass and the air in the room.   4. Homemade seasonal beverages work miracles Spiced hot wine, Sbiten (a traditional Russian beverage sweetened with honey), lemon ginger infusions, warm tea and hot chocolate are all excellent ways to warm up. At the same time, these beverages are very useful in treating the common sore throat sensation.   5. Soups for the soul Soups, and particularly the hot and spicy varieties, are mandatory aliments during the cold season. While you might be less tempted to indulge in this culinary creation when the temperatures outside exceed 100 degrees, the soups’ curative and warming properties make them an excellent addition to your winter diet.     Page1 2 Related Posts: Top Ten Coldest Countries Top 10 Things To Add To Your Snow Safety Checklist Top 10 Preposterous And Ineffective Cash Saving Methods Top 10 Myths About Home Remedies Top 10 Tricks To Lose Weight While Sitting Down

Top 10 Stereotypes About Countries Posted: 21 Feb 2013 09:00 PM PST Page1 2 As it turns out, stereotypical thinking is actually an adaptation of the human brain that allows us to classify different aspects of the environment faster and easier. Although it is extremely useful, stereotypes also perpetuate different misconceptions about people based on very few actually confirmed facts. The same rule applies about the citizens of certain countries, who have earned a rather erroneous reputation due to popular anecdotes or ancient historical events. For example, thanks to the Transylvanian ruler Vlad the Impaler, Romanians who live in that part of the country are now viewed as bloodthirsty vampires. Or, because of the high precision of watches manufactured in Switzerland, all Swiss are portrayed as timepiece enthusiasts. Let’s try to debunk 10 of the widespread stereotypes we still believe to be true today.   1. Italy’s citizens are great in the sack, but lousy at work The exquisite lover reputation of the Italian is most likely associated with the romantic poetry and the charm of the popular actors, but you cannot really say that all men and women in this country are so refined and charming conquerors. Their notoriety as unorganized and inefficient is also a misconception, if you take into account the prolific engineering, chemical and textile industry in Italy, not to mention the quality of their cuisine, the architectural marvels they have erected – no pun intended – and the extensive artistic achievements of the Italians.   2. Canada is the most uneventful place in the world You have most likely seen the joke about the largest protest in the history of Canada, which comprised of a single man holding a sign that said “I’m a little upset”. Canada represents far more than Celine Dion, maple syrup and igloos. In fact, they have a plethora of extreme snow and water sports thanks to the “cool” climate of the country, numerous highly acclaimed Hollywood comedians – Jim Carrey for instance – and almost as many deadly animals as Australia.   3. The Philippines’s education system is practically non-existent Poverty might be an issue in certain parts of the country, but Filipinos are definitely not what you could call uneducated. The stereotype is perpetuated by analyzing only the rural part of the Philippines that do not have access to the latest technology, forgetting that this country is the world’s leading texting region and the number of Filipino bloggers is the highest one in Asia.   4. India is the most conservative, bigoted country In spite of the fact that India was just another British colony for an extended period of its history, they have managed to recover and eradicate banes like slavery and bigotry. Nowadays, India has the potential to become a superpower country alongside with China and the US, as their infrastructure and industry are quickly picking up the pace with the rest of the world’s developed countries. If you count the fact that they live in democracy, your religion – whether you are a Buddhist, Christian, Hindu or Islamist – is tolerated and accepted, not to mention the prolific movie industry, then you can safely say this stereotype is outdated.   5. Great Britain is the home of fanatical and violent soccer fans There is no doubt about the love that Great Britain’s citizens have for soccer and some say that in this country during the football season, your favorite team’s match is more important than your marriage. However, the number of soccer-related violent incidents in Britain is not the highest in the world, as you may have originally though. In fact, judging by statistics, Sweden earns the title of the country with the most violent soccer fans. On other hand, Britain is the country with the most fanatical and overzealous businessmen.     Page1 2 Related Posts: Top 10 Countries With Large Atheist/Agnostic Population Top 10 Most Powerful Countries Top 10 Ways to Learn a Foreign Language Top 10 Countries With Low Marriage Rates Top 10 Most Unfaithful Wives In The World

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