Tips To keep Oneself Healthy During Summer Season

1) HYDRATE YOURSELF

· Hydrate yourself to keep your body functioning properly as in summer season we dehydrate quickly as there in water n electrolyte loss due to heat in form of sweating 

· Drink 1.5 to 3 liters water or fluids daily 

· Take flavored water by adding mineral rich fruits like watermelon, kiwi, oranges, lemon etc. 

· Take fresh juices instead of bottled one.

· Don’t take ice water after coming from sun immediately

2) Take small frequent but light meals

· Due to heat in summer season u don’t feel like eating your appetite is reduced but eat regularly small meals as your body requires nutrients to fight against heat n keep healthy.

· Include summer fruits n veggies like bottle gourd (lauki), cucumber, ivy gourd, mint lemons, oranges, watermelon etc.

· Avoid heat generating foods like meat, eggs, oily and fried food or any other food which is difficult to digest.

3) Cold water bathing 

· Take cold water shower 20-30 min after coming from outside 

· Wipe yourself self from cold wet towel

· Wash your hands n feet with cold water before sleeping 

· Placing a wet napkin or ice pack on neck can also help to curb body heat

4) Stay Indoors

· Avoid going outside during daytime unless necessary, and whenever you go keep hydrated, take umbrella, cap, glasses carry water bottle. 

5) Wear loose clothes

· Always wear loose clothes for good air circulation

· Avoid wearing synthetic clothes 

· Always wear light colour cotton clothes

6) Exercise light don’t exert 

· Do outdoor exercises only in early morning hours

· Don’t do walking or running at a stretch it will drain energy out of you

· Drink sip of water in between

· Prefer indoor gymming in controlled temperature during day time

· Breathing exercises are best to relax yourself

7) Maintain your room temperature 

· Close curtains if sunrays are very bright during day time

· Don’t use too many light bulbs as it generates heat 

· Adjust your air conditioner temperature according to your body needs

“All the above measures will keep you healthy and fresh in extreme heat ……stay healthy stay safe , By Dr. Priyanka Garg