THE DANGERS OF WINTER Watch Out for Hypothermia
We generally hear warnings about hypothermia in exceptionally cold weather, when everything is covered in ice and snow. But you don’t have to be caught in a snowstorm to experience hypothermia. There’s a dangerous misconception that you can only suffer from this condition after prolonged exposure to subfreezing temperatures. The truth is you can experience hypothermia in 40-degree weather if you are wearing the wrong clothing or are damp due to rain or sweat. What are the symptoms? Hypothermia occurs when your internal body temperature falls below 95 degrees, putting you at risk for heart or respiratory-system failure and eventually death. Symptoms of hypothermia include the following:
rooms and senior citizens also face a greater risk of hypothermia. Outdoor pets can develop hypothermia, too — even those with thick winter coats. How do I prevent it? First, if you are spending any amount of time outside, dress
WORD SEARCH January If you think you might be at risk for hypothermia, get inside and warm up immediately. And if you’re with someone who you think might be suffering from hypothermia, don’t hesitate to call 911. With hypothermia, your condition can go from cold to critical in a matter of minutes. appropriately. No one is impressed by the guy who wears shorts and flip-flops in the winter. Wear a jacket, hat, gloves or mittens, warm socks, and a scarf to cover your neck and face. If you plan on engaging in outdoor activities this winter, be sure to eat a nutritional meal and drink plenty of water beforehand. And if you get wet from rain, snow, or sweat, dry off and change clothes right away.
• Slurred speech • Shallow breathing • Lack of coordination • Confusion
• Weak pulse • Low energy • Bright red, cold skin
Who is most at risk? During the winter, homeless people are at a great risk for
hypothermia, but even those with a roof over their heads can find themselves in trouble. The New York Times reported that hypothermia is the No. 1 killer of outdoor recreationists. Babies sleeping in cold
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Ingredients • 1 blood, cara cara, or navel orange, sliced 1/8- inch thick and deseeded • 1 Meyer or regular lemon, sliced 1/8-inch thick and deseeded • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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• 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice • 1 bunch arugula • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves • 1 avocado, cut into wedges • Salt and pepper, to taste
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Directions 1. Heat oven to 425 F.
2. In a rimmed baking sheet, toss citrus slices with 1 tablespoon oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast citrus until lightly charred and caramelized, about 10–15 minutes. Let cool. 3. Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, combine onion and lemon juice. Season with salt and let sit for 5 minutes. 4. Add citrus, arugula, and mint to onion mixture. Drizzle with remaining oil, season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss thoroughly. 5. Add avocado, combing very gently to not crush avocado.
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