Other methods of keeping you and your home warm

• Shut the doors on any unused rooms in your home
• Keep your bedroom window closed at night and close the curtains at dusk to keep out the draughts
• Cooking is one of the best ways to warm up your home. The oven radiates heat that can warm your kitchen and other rooms near it too
• Eating at least one hot meal a day and regular meals throughout the day will help keep your energy levels up
• Try to keep moving by doing some gentle exercise inside or outside your home which will help with your circulation. Avoid sitting still for long periods of time
• Simple draught excluders can be made from cutting an old pair of tights or trousers and stuffing them with socks or old clothes
• Layering clothing will help trap heat between layers
• Wearing hats and gloves will help retain your body heat when going outside
• Wear thermal socks or warm slippers in the house
• Drink plenty of hot drinks throughout the day
• Use blankets to keep you warm, possibly an electric blanket for bed.