General Guidelines for Taking Care of Your Voice ●

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Take care of your voice and your body! ○ It is your instrument. If you damage it, it is difficult to repair, and it cannot be replaced. Drink lots of fluids - especially water; your instrument needs to stay “lubricated.” Eat healthful foods - your body needs to replenish itself with things. Get plenty of rest - that’s when your body builds itself up. Cover up in cold weather - keep you head, chest, and throat areas covered in outdoor cold temperatures. Avoid excessive yelling, shouting, or screaming - that is abrasive to the vocal folds. Although sometimes it seems impossible, try to avoid excessive coughing and clearing your throat. This is abrasive to your vocal folds.