Monday, March 5, 2012

Beat The Summer Heat

During Summer most people love to spend a lot of time outdoors. It is also the time for vacation. While having fun under the sun, we have to take care of our self.  Heat-related ailments can really be harmful for us. The most common ailments we face during high temperatures include dehydration, heat exhaustion, heat cramp, skin diseases, heat strokes and water-borne diseases like diarrhea.

To beat the summer heat:

- Wear light-colored and cottons shirt/dress.
- Protect yourself from the heat apply sunscreen lotion, wear caps, use umbrella
- Drink plenty of fluids to keep the body hydrated
- Don't eat raw food from street stalls / street vendors
- Ensure all vegetables are cleaned well before being consumed
- Avoid the sun between 1 pm to 4 pm
- Drink fresh fruit juices or coconut water

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