Wow, how fast the weather can change!
Can weather changes affect the voice?
Yes! Cold and hot weather bring seasonal changes that may affect the voice.
Excessive heat and air conditioning dehydrate the vocal cords, affecting the voice.
For your voice’s sake, ensure your house is adequately humidified. Ideally, humidity levels should be around 45%, but dry winter air can drop to around 15% humidity or even less!
The vocal cords dry out quickly, taking a long time to rehydrate them. The best way to keep your hydration optimal is by drinking plenty of water—not tea, coffee, or soda—water.
I highly recommend adding electrolytes to your water.
Key essential electrolytes replenish lost nutrients during daily activity more effectively than water alone.
Stay refreshed with a drink that quenches your thirst and boosts hydration without added calories or sugar.
If you want something to add to your water without all the chemicals, I recommend Hydrate.
- Contains 1625+ mg of electrolytes, 3× the amount found in traditional sports drinks.
- Replenishes essential electrolytes faster than water alone, which is ideal for maintaining proper mineral balance.
- Aids rehydration and recovery post-workout and daily activities.
- Supports healthy intermittent fasting.
- Zero sugar and zero calories.
- Contains a clinically supported amount of hyaluronic acid (Watermelon flavor only.)
- Made with natural ingredients. No artificial flavors, colors, or sweeteners.
Dry air significantly contributes to your tired, raspy, “sick” voice. In the winter, the outside air lacks the moisture essential for proper vocal fold functioning.
This is why it is essential to keep your vocal cords moist.
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Pam Foster
Vocal Health Coach
