Beat the Heat: Tips to Survive the Indian Heatwave!
By: Khushi Mudgal
Here’s a brief about how to prevent yourselves from the scorching Indian heatwave looming large on the horizon during the summer.
Preferably wear light-colored and loose-fitting clothes during summers as it does not trap heat in our bodies and helps with air circulation.
Wear appropriate clothing
Limit your outdoor activities to relatively cooler hours in the day to avoid sneaking out during the peak hours of sunlight.
Limit Your Outdoor Activities
Pic Credit: Freepik.com Prefer to stay indoors in a well-ventilated room to prevent heat stress and take a shower or bath to cool off.
Try to Stay Indoors
Drink plenty of fluids to maintain the balance of fluids and electrolytes in your body. Avoid sugary beverages and alcoholic drinks as they can dehydrate you.
Stay Hydrated
Cover every bit of exposed skin with sunscreen and wear a cap if you need to go outdoors.
Wear Sunscreen
Experts recommended to eat food frequently but not overeat. Prefer small meals that are full of nutrients, and avoid empty carbs and foods with higher water content.
Eat Small Meals