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Prevention of Frostbite

         Frostbite is an injury caused by the freezing of tissue. Most cases of frostbite, whether mild or severe, affect soldiers, outdoor laborers, and winter athletes. It is encountered by mountain climbers frequently because of the extreme cold and high altitude. Defined by Encyclopedia.com frostbite is “an injury to the tissue caused by exposure to the cold, usually affecting the extremities of the body such as hands, feet ears or nose. Extreme cold causes the blood vessels in the in the extremities to constrict. The blood circulates more slowly and stagnation occurs. Eventually the body fluids may freeze. The condition is aggravated by tight clothing, physical inactivity, and dampness. Severe frostbite that is not treated may result in gangrene; amputation of the affected area.”

         Frostbite occurs when temperatures drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. It most commonly affects the toes and other extremities that are uncovered. The pace at which frostbite may occur is proportionate to how cold and windy it may be and the duration that one is exposed to those conditions. Those who are in greatest risk of encountering frostbite are;


         The best way to avoid frostbite is to take the proper precautions against it. These precautions include address life threatening situations; replace wet clothing to minimize further heat loss and keeping your hands and feet dry.

         Keeping your hands and feet dry are essential in defending yourself against the cold. In most cases wet or damp feet are caused by perspiration on the feet or hands. Concerning the feet, it is necessary to stop this excess perspiration. Shoes with ventilation and natural fiber socks are very helpful, but it is not enough. You need something stronger that actively prevents the feet from sweating. That means you need an antiperspirant. Antiperspirant stops sweat, but tends to irritate the skin causing rash and dry the skin out too much. This means that you need an aloe that rejuvenates the skin and an antiperspirant that prevents the sweat. The Little Ugly Bottle does both. The Little Ugly Bottle combines the perfect ratio of antiperspirant, aloe, tea tree, and shea butter and Vitamin E so that your foot stops excessive sweating, yet is revitalized and protected at the same time. The antiperspirant prevents the sweat. The Aloe Vera and Vitamin E replenish, restore and even soften the feet, while keeping them healthy. The shea butter acts as an extra protective, increases duration, aids provides ointment to your feet. You can have the best of both worlds and The Little Ugly Bottle can give it to you.

         The best defense to frostbite is foresight and good planning. Keep in touch with current forecasts and prepare yourself properly. Plan ahead, stay dry, keep warm, and get The Little Ugly Bottle.

Based on Article by C. Crawford Mechem, MD {eMedicine.com}