Essential Tips for Safer Summer: Winter is over and summer is slowly beginning. Our body has to work hard to adjust to the changing temperatures. The scorching sun and hot winds not only cause discomfort but can also cause many serious health problems. In summer, due to humidity and sweat, it is common for dehydration and growth of bacteria in the body, due to which the risk of falling ill doubles. If you want to stay healthy during the summer season, then make some changes in your lifestyle and eating habits from now on.
Dr. Anil Bansal, former president of Delhi Medical Association and senior physician, told News18. The most serious problem of summer is heat stroke. When the body’s internal temperature rises too high and fails to cool itself through sweating, the person may faint or develop a high fever. To avoid this, avoid leaving the house between 12 and 4 pm. If it is necessary to go out, cover the head with a cloth or cap and wear cotton clothes. While leaving the house, drink water or any cold beverage only, so that you can protect yourself from heatstroke.
The doctor said that in extreme heat, water and essential minerals from the body are rapidly lost through sweat, which leads to dehydration. Due to this, problems like dizziness, weakness and headache are common. The best way to avoid this is not to wait until you feel thirsty and keep drinking water little by little throughout the day. Include coconut water, lemon water, buttermilk and ORS solution in your diet. These things help in maintaining electrolyte balance in the body.
Experts said that food spoils very quickly in summer, due to which bacteria start growing and the risk of food poisoning increases. Due to heat, our digestive power slows down a bit, due to which problems like diarrhea, vomiting and acidity start occurring. In this season, one should avoid eating outside and fried foods. Always eat freshly prepared home-cooked food and include cold-natured items like bottle gourd, ridge gourd, cucumber and watermelon in your diet.
In summer, due to continuous sweating and dust, the pores of the skin get clogged, due to which the problems of prickly heat, itching and fungal infections increase. Also, UV rays of the sun cause sunburn and tanning. To avoid these, take bath at least twice a day and wear loose, comfortable cotton clothes. Don’t forget to use sunscreen while going out and try not to wear sweaty clothes for too long. Use of aloe vera gel can also be very beneficial to keep the skin hydrated.
According to experts, the risk of eye irritation, dryness and conjunctivitis increases due to strong sunlight and dust in summer. Frequent exposure to cold water and AC and exposure to sunlight causes sudden changes in temperature, which causes seasonal flu and sore throat. To protect your eyes, wear good quality sunglasses and wash your eyes with cold water. Do not make the mistake of immediately drinking cold water or sitting in the AC when you are drenched in sweat. Summer can be enjoyed only when you are conscious of your health.
