Things to Do During Summer to Avoid Overheat

  Summer in UAE  is very hot and sunny where the temperatures range from 38 °C to 45 °C in day time. It is like a boiling hot day that ca...

 

Summer in UAE  is very hot and sunny where the temperatures range from 38 °C to 45 °C in day time. It is like a boiling hot day that can be very uncomfortable, but it can also potentially be dangerous. Hot days increase the risk of heatstroke, dehydration and sunburn, all of which can lead to long-term health problems. So, to avoid those problems during summer, you need to do these following things which can help you to prevent the summer problems.

• Wearing suitable clothing 

Wearing light-colored clothing will help your body to reflect heat. Also, wearing lightweight clothing and loose-fitting can actually keep you cool, breathable and helps draw heat away from your body.

• Drink plenty of water

You should drink before you feel thirsty. Staying hydrated is important for keeping the body healthy and relatively cool when it gets hot outside. If you're working outside in the heat, try to drink at least one cup of water every 15-20 minutes.

• Eat Foods That Reduce Body Heat 

Maintaining your body temperature is important if you are going outdoors during Summer. Foods that help cool down our body temperature such as Watermelon, Coconut water, cucumber  are some of the highest water content foods.  It is also rich in antioxidants that keep the body cool. Green leafy vegetables (spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, lettuce, cabbage, etc.) These vegetables have a very high water content and are packed with nutrients.

• Stay inside during peak sun hours

There is a time where the sun is strongest, that is between 11 am to 3 pm. So if it is possible for you to stay inside then it would be better for you to stay to avoid sun heat outside. 

• Close your curtains during the day

If you're inside during the day and the sun hits your windows, try to keep your curtains closed to prevent the inside of your house from overheating.

• Using  Sunscreen

Using sunscreen is important to keep your skin well-protected, cool and can also prevent heat exhaustion. Besides that, sunscreen also will help to cover all kinds of damaging rays, which can increase skin cancer and early ageing signs.