When the summer sun beats on us we find out ways to
beat the heat. That’s what summer is all about. There are many simple ways to
fight the heat of the hot days of summer in India. Summer days no doubt make
life miserable, but that’s what season’s are all about. Summer’s soaring
mercury brings with it a host of health complains dry skin, sun burns, rashes, itching
and prickly heat along with mental and physical discomfort.
There are simple ways to beat the heat. Look good
and keep healthy with some easy-to-follow tips.
Increase
fluid intake: During summer there is loss of water from the
body due to sweating, so there is a lack of resistance and energy. A regular
liquid intake is a must to combat dehydration.
Drink lots of water and carry water when going out and even to your work
place. Drink plenty of fruit juices, green coconut water and lassi (curd helps
to keep the cool in the body). Eat lots of fruits like grapes and water melons to
keep the body cool and regulate heat.
Eat
right food: Avoid non-vegetarian and rich oily
food. Freshly cooked vegetarian food is easily digestible and good source of
fluid and is also low in calories. Try to stay away from street food. A diet
rich in fruits and liquids will keep the body cool.
Avoid
caffeine: Avoid tea and coffee breaks as much as possible.
Caffeine dehydrates the body, choose caffeine free drinks, decaffeinated tea or
coffee and switch to more water breaks.
Dress
Cool: Loose fitting cool cotton outfits, preferably in
light colours is best for summer wear. Avoid bulky or heavy accessories.
Make-up:
Wear light make-up along with soft shades of lip gloss. The skin needs to
breathe and a heavy make-up in summer hampers the process.
Protection:
Use a sun screen lotion while going out in the sun to protect from sun burns. Use
a hat or umbrella when going out in the sun. Reduce your travels and avoid
outings.
Hair
care: Not only the
skin, the hair needs care during summer. Wash your hair regularly but avoid
shampooing everyday as excessive washing makes the hair dry. A short summer
crop makes hair care easier, adds style and check split ends. Use hair conditioners as it keeps the hair
manageable and prevents the hair from getting dry and brittle.
Keep
your cool: This is the important part of life in summer. There
is increased irritation and heightened tempers both at home, at the work place
and outside. So the body needs to be taken care of with relaxing, indulging in
hobbies, proper rest and carry a smile on your face.
Play safe with your summer with simple daily
routines so that you can remember summer once the rains come.
© gouriguha 2013