1. Be careful when using conditioner! The body should not cause unnecessary stress during this time, rapidly moving from high heat to a room with conditioned air, as the body may freeze. Conditioners should be especially careful for people with allergies or weak immunity. “It should also be taken into account that air conditioners tend to multiply dust and bacteria, which can cause colds,” says family doctor Zane Zitmane.
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2. Cover the windows during the day – close the curtains or blinds to allow as little sunlight and heat as possible into the room, but open the windows at night and ventilate the rooms.
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3. Stay in the shade during the hottest time of the day – considering that it is especially hot at the moment, it would not be recommended to stay in direct sunlight from 10:00 to 16:00.
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4. Avoid strenuous physical activity – during the hottest hours of the day, it is recommended to choose calmer activities, but leave sports early in the morning when the air is cooler.
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5. Relax in a cool shower or bath!
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6. Do not overload the body with heavy foods! To help the body maintain an optimal temperature, it is recommended to eat vegetables, fruits and berries, because they contain a lot of fluid. It is desirable to eat them fresh and uncooked. During this time, fatty, heavy foods that are more difficult for the body to process should be avoided. No less important is not to overeat – now it is better to eat smaller portions, but more often.
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7. Take more water than usual and do it regularly throughout the day!
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8. Avoid sweetened and caffeinated beverages, as they dehydrate the body even more! It also limits the use of alcohol, as it not only dehydrates, but further heats the body by dilating blood vessels.
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9. Choose clothes and bedding from natural materials! On hot days, it is recommended to wear light, loose and light clothing, as well as a hat when outdoors. It would be best to choose natural materials – linen, silk or cotton, rather than synthetics. The same goes for choosing bedding. “In order to avoid swelling of the legs, it is desirable to wear comfortable shoes and avoid prolonged standing. It is also recommended to cool the feet in water, as well as to wear compression socks,” Zanda Ozoliņa, pharmacist at BENU Pharmacy.
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10. Avoid rapid cooling of the body! In the event of overheating, you should definitely not throw yourself into the water. A sudden change in temperature can cause muscle cramps or heart and circulatory problems. Therefore, the water should go slowly, allowing the body to adapt to changes in temperature.
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