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In the scorching heat of summer, it's essential to find ways to keep cool and beat the heat. Here are some natural remedies, drinks, and practical tips to help you stay refreshed and comfortable.
Wearing loose, breathable clothing made of natural fabrics like cotton and silk can help keep you cool in hot weather. However, if you suffer from leukemia, hyperthyroidism, neurological disorders, are taking certain drugs or antibiotics, it's important to seek medical advice as these conditions can cause body heat [2].
Avoiding alcohol, high carbs, and proteins can also help reduce body heat. Instead, opt for hydrating, cooling foods and beverages such as cucumber, watermelon, leafy greens, buttermilk, lemon water, and coconut water. These foods are high in water content and nutrients that replenish lost fluids and help lower body temperature naturally [1][5].
Some specific remedies and drinks include:
- Cucumber: Its high water content hydrates and refreshes the body. You can eat it raw, in salads, or as juice mixed with ginger and lemon. Applying cucumber juice topically can also soothe sunburn and skin irritation [1].
- Watermelon and other melons: Rich in vitamins A and C, magnesium, potassium, and fiber, they hydrate the body and provide cooling nutrients [1].
- Leafy greens: Spinach, kale, amaranth, and lettuce are nutrient-dense and have cooling effects. They can be eaten raw in salads or lightly cooked to aid digestion and cooling [1][3].
- Buttermilk and curd/yogurt: These fermented dairy products cool the body and aid digestion [1].
- Lemon water: Drinking two glasses a day boosts hydration, balances pH, and supplies vitamin C and electrolytes, which help reduce body heat and keep skin hydrated and radiant [5].
- Coconut water: Acts as a natural electrolyte-rich drink that quenches thirst, aids hydration balance, and nourishes the skin [5].
Traditional herbal teas like chrysanthemum, honeysuckle, and mint are also effective in reducing body heat. These teas are best consumed warm or at room temperature rather than ice-cold, to avoid digestive shock [3].
Practical tips to stay cool include:
- Staying well hydrated primarily with water and avoiding sugary or alcoholic drinks, which dehydrate the body [2][4].
- Eating lightly cooked meals (steamed, blanched, or stir-fried vegetables) rather than heavy or processed foods, which can burden digestion and body heat [3].
- Taking cool showers, dressing in lightweight clothes, and avoiding sun exposure during peak heat hours to maintain a stable body temperature [4].
These natural approaches collectively help reduce internal heat, maintain hydration, and support the body's natural cooling mechanisms during summer heat. Remember, staying cool is about more than just feeling comfortable—it's essential for maintaining good health and overall wellbeing.
References:
[1] Healthline. (2021). 17 foods and drinks to help you stay cool in the summer. [online] Available at: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/cooling-foods-and-drinks
[2] Mayo Clinic. (2021). Heat stress: Prevention and treatment. [online] Available at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/first-aid-care/in-depth/heat-stress/art-20056796
[3] Mindbodygreen. (2021). 9 Herbal Teas to Help You Beat the Heat This Summer. [online] Available at: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/herbal-teas-to-beat-the-heat
[4] WebMD. (2021). How to Stay Cool in the Heat. [online] Available at: https://www.webmd.com/first-aid/how-to-stay-cool-in-the-heat
[5] The Spruce Eats. (2021). 11 Foods to Keep You Cool in the Heat. [online] Available at: https://www.thespruceeats.com/cooling-foods-for-summer-4144386
Maintaining good health and overall wellness during summer requires employing natural methods to stay cool. By incorporating skin-care items like cucumber and coconut water, which hydrate and refresh the body, into one's diet, while avoiding high-carb and protein-rich foods, one can help lower body temperature. Additionally, fitness and exercise regimens should include hydrating, cooling activities such as practicing yoga or taking walks during early morning or late evening hours.
