Heatwave Safety Tips: Heatwave has started in many states of India. In some states the heat is becoming severe and people are facing heatstroke. As the heat increases, one has to take more care of health.
During summer, strong sunlight increases weakness in the body. The incidence of disease also increases in this environment. However, if some things are kept in mind, one can remain healthy during summer. Let us today tell you about such important tips by adopting which you can stay healthy even during heat wave.
Keep these things in mind during heat wave
1. The sun is most intense in the afternoon. Also avoid cooking during this period. It is very hot in the kitchen. Therefore, cooking food at this time increases the risk of dehydration. Therefore, change the cooking time in summer.
2. Keep kitchen windows and doors open while cooking. So that the hot air goes out of the kitchen. This will reduce the heat.
3. Avoid heavy food in summer. Also avoid eating high protein foods these days. Emphasize light and easily digestible food.
4. Also reduce alcohol, tea, coffee and carbonated drinks in summer. It also removes fluids from the body and can cause dehydration.
5. Keep drinking enough water during the day. Apart from this, keep eating water-rich fruits and vegetables including watermelon and cucumber. It keeps the body hydrated.
Other Precautions
– Wear cotton and loose clothes in summer. Apart from this, do not wear dark colored clothes.
– The sun is stronger in the afternoon, so avoid going out at this time.
Whenever you have to go out in the sun, tie a cotton scarf on your head.
-During summer days, the body needs more rest, so take adequate rest.