Tips For Enjoying Summer Heat
Written byKeith C. Heidorn, PhD, THE WEATHER DOCTOR
To best enjoy the heat of summer:
Avoid excess activity during periods of hot temperatures and high humidity.
Drink plenty of fluids and replace lost electrolytes (potassium, sodium, chloride, etc.) with foods or supplements.
Avoid the direct sun.
Avoid sunburn: the skin cannot loose heat effectively when burned.
Wear loose-fitting clothing.
Eat "light" foods such as fruit and vegetables and avoid heavy foods such as proteins which increase body heat.
Give the body time to adjust to warmer temperatures during the first hot days.
If necessary, seek areas with cooler temperatures: air-conditioned buildings, forests, lake or sea shores.
