Wendy Christien - 13 May 2021 - Myth #4 - You will get sick from being cold or going outside with wet hair

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Infections such as bacteria and viruses cause colds and flu’s, not cold weather or getting cold. Respiratory infections are more prevalent in the cooler months, but we are more likely to get sick because we are closed inside with others and therefore exposed to more germs than because of the cold weather.

Wendy shares more on the lymphatic system, the immune system, food, supplements and movement that boost the body's defenses.
20 May 2021 English South Africa Health & Fitness · Christianity

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