5 ways to prepare for winter

As the Starks of Winterfell love to say, “Winter is coming”. This means that we are counting down the days of autumn until it slowly fades into the cooler months that eventually encourage us to cosy up within our homes. There’s lots to love about winter – more excuses to cuddle up in front of the TV, and the perfect opportunity to eat delicious cold-weather food – but being cold is not one of them. To make sure that your home will be a warm, safe space during this time, we have a few tips to help you winterproof and prepare for the chilly season.

1. Multivitamins are a welcome addition
We know, we know, eating a wide variety of fruits and veggies is one of the best ways to make sure your body has what it needs to stay healthy, giving it a good chance of fighting off infections. But meeting those goals can be tough, especially in winter. If you’re worried that you’re not getting enough vitamin C or zinc, why not try a multivitamin to support your immune system and help fight off colds and flu.

2. It’s time to master the family soup recipe
Let’s face it, soup and winter go together like summertime and ice cream. So, when the winter chill creeps in, it’s time to uncover the classic minestrone recipe that’s been passed down for generations. It’s an opportunity to pack all your favourite, nutritious veggies into one easy-to-consume meal. If you don’t have a favourite recipe, now’s your chance to experiment and find one.

3. Heat things up
The first thing we tend to do when the world starts to cool down is switch on the heater. Unfortunately, this can result in increased energy costs as well as creating stuffy, germ-filled air as a result of poor airflow. To help your family stay warm and healthy, the LG ArtCool air conditioner offers up to 70% energy savings and uses ioniser technology to sterilise the air and kill 99% of the germs present. It also has quick heating and cooling abilities to help you warm up ASAP when you come in from the cold.

4. Seal off your home
Before winter creeps in, give your home a quick inspection to identify any cracks or gaps between your walls, windows, or doors. Not only will this prevent a cold breeze from passing through your home, but it will prevent any potential water damage that arises as water and condensation freezes in these gaps, expanding the existing hole and compromising the integrity of your home.

5. Read the weather report
This should be a given, but to properly prepare for a cold front, you need to know when to expect it and make the necessary preparations to stay safe and warm as temperatures plummet. If you know we’re going to have a cold snap, you’ll have more time to protect any sensitive plants you might have in the garden, plan some hearty meals and maybe decide what should be on your watch list for a cosy few nights in.

Winter is coming, are you prepared to take on Mother Nature’s icy vengeance? By following our tips, you’ll be ready – and able – to take on the colder months.

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