Staying warm in the winter can be a struggle. Rather than waste energy cranking up the thermostat, there are a number of other tricks you could try that will work much better, and be much cheaper. Check them out below.

All of these tips are excellent. Believe us; we wouldn't waste your time with winter warmth tricks that don't work.

Starting out your day with a hot breakfast is often all you need, but if there is an especially nasty chill in the air, try the double pairs of socks and the thermal shoe inserts; you won't be disappointed.

Later, if you're having trouble staying warm at your desk, the plant pots and candles trick really works, with the extra benefit that the pots will continue to radiate heat for a bit of time after the candles have burnt out.