By Renita Tisha Pinto
The rains have bid farewell to us, and
now we are left with the scorching and sweaty ‘October heat’. This heat is
unbearable and leads to extreme exhaustion and dehydration. To beat this heat
and stay fresh, we give you 20 tips,
which will help your skin, body and
health.
1:
Drink lots of liquids
When the temperatures are soaring,
make sure to increase your fluid intake. Never wait to sip water when you are
thirsty. Instead keep drinking water at regular intervals, depending on your
activity level. The best type of liquid you can choose to keep dehydration at
bay is a tall glass of water.
2:
Wear proper clothing
Choose lightweight, light coloured and
loose fitting clothes as much as possible. Loose clothes, will help your skin
breathe easily, and thus reduce the chances of skin damage or skin rash.
3:
Drink some lassi
Lassi possesses great refreshing and
hydrating properties. This sweet drink helps cool your body and is the perfect
cure for dehydration.
4:
Sunscreen is necessary
Sunburn is very peculiar during
extreme hot temperatures, so, always apply a layer of good SPF 15 sunscreen or
higher. Besides, a good sunscreen will also lower your risk of skin cancer.
5:
Cool down with nimbu paani
Nimbu paani is an excellent remedy to
beat the heat. When you feel tired just sip a glass of fresh nimbu paani.
6:
Wear sunglasses
Protect your eyes with a good pair of
sunglasses. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection will protect your eyes
against sunrays, which can cause dryness and irritation. In addition, it will
accentuate your looks as well.
7:
Protect your hair
Protect your luscious locks with a
good hat or scarf, while going outdoors. These accessories will make you look
stylish and also protect your hair from the sun's harmful rays, which can
result in dry and frizzy hair.
8:
Eat light meals
Eat smaller and light meals, and drink
lots of water. Smaller and lighter meals will ease your digestion and help you
feel light.
9:
Wearing breathing footwear’s
Sneakers and closed shoes are fun and
look great, but the absence of air can cause problems like infections and
blisters. Choose flip-flops, or allow your feet to breathe as much as possible.
10:
Avoid sodas
Yes, we tend to reach for a bottle of
soda or an aerated drink rather than choosing a bottle of water, because we
assume it will cool us. This is just a myth. Choosing sodas, sugary drinks, or
caffeinated drinks tend to cause dehydration, so, avoid this.
11:
Eat fruits
Binge on fruits like watermelon,
grapefruit and pineapple, as they are cooling and have a high water content.
Eat these fruits as a snack to get your nutrient content and to keep your body
cool.
12:
Avoid junk food
Junk foods are unhealthy and lack
nutrients. So, choosing junk food over healthy food, will not give you
sufficient energy, which you need to cope with soaring temperatures.
13:
Keep your body cool
Excessive sweating can just drain your
energy levels and make you dull, so, opt for a shower at regular intervals or
after excessive sweating. A good shower will keep you fresh and cool.
14:
Match your salt loss
In order, to match your mineral and
salt loss, due to sweating, always keep some glucose or electoral water with
you. Keep sipping on it, if you have to stay longer outdoors, it will help you
regulate your body temperature.
15:
Change your outdoor time
If you are an outdoor exercise person,
then choose the minimum sun exposure timing i.e. early morning or evening.
These hours will make you feel more relaxed and not drain you of energy.
16:
Choose cool activities
Instead, of running vigorously in the
bright sun and getting burnt and exhausted, choose swimming as an activity for
few months. Swimming is a great exercise, which will not only keep you cool but
also tone your entire body.
17:
Choose coconut water
Refresh yourself with coconut water,
instead of grabbing colas. Coconut water is a natural coolant and contains
numerous nutrients, which can help you fight the summer heat and reduce body
heat.
18:
Know heat symptoms
October heat can be very bad, because
the temperature generally rises above 30C. If you spend a lot of time outdoors,
you can end up with cramps, headaches, nausea etc. If this happens to you, seek
medical attention immediately.
19:
Drink some Chamomile tea
If you love sipping tea, then brew
some chamomile tea, and keep it in your refrigerator. Add a dash of honey
before slurping it. This is a great hydrating beverage and will help soothe
your nerves.
20:
Drink fresh fruit juices
Fruits and vegetable juice provide the
body with a variety of vitamins and minerals, which boost the body's immunity
and keep your body cool. So, choose chilled fresh fruit juices, to stay
refreshed and hydrated.
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