Life is composed of ups and downs. At times we have small
gains and losses, while at others we rejoice in momentous achievements and
mourn massive losses. Homeless folks live every day with great losses in
numerous aspects of their lives. How can you make a difference in the face of
such need?
Giving a homeless person a pair of socks is a small gesture that
has a big impact. According to Otago
University
Warm feet have another benefit which would be an invaluable
help to a homeless person and that is to aid the immune system. Welsh Professor
Ron Eccles did a study which proved that people with cold feet are twenty
percent more likely to get sick, then those with warm feet.[2]
Cold feet and a low body temperature cause fewer white blood cells to circulate
within our bodies. The lack of these germ fighting cells allows common colds
and viruses to invade and work havoc within us.
Such a simple thing as slipping on a pair of warm socks encourages our
bodies to circulate important white blood cells and helps prevent sickness.
As the weather grows colder this season and you pull on
thicker socks, remember how important this lowly garment is for your overall
wellbeing and don’t stop at that, make a big difference in a homeless person’s
life by giving them a pair of socks!
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