To begin the blog, a well-known saying will be the ideal option: “precautions are better than cure.” This phrase is used in a variety of contexts throughout the world, so we’ve included it in our blog. As summer approaches, we must begin taking precautions to avoid serious difficulties! It’s summer, which means that heatwaves are more likely to hit you. If you believe you can make it through the summer, you are usually mistaken. Although you can, your body is unable to withstand these heatwaves. 

 

This week has seen blistering heat in Ahmedabad, and we’ve all been trying to adjust to the unexpected shifts in weather. Not only is it difficult to sleep at night, but we’re also having difficulty concentrating when working from home, away from the regular air conditioning of our offices.

 

 

What Effects Does Excessive Heat Have On Our Bodies?

Blood vessels dilate when the body heats up. This lowers blood pressure and makes the heart work harder to circulate blood throughout the body. As blood vessels become loose, this might cause modest symptoms such as an itching heat rash or swollen feet. At the same time, sweating causes fluid and salt loss, and the equilibrium between them in the body shifts. Heat exhaustion can result from this, paired with low blood pressure. Among the symptoms are the following: 

• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Fainting 
• Nausea
• Headaches
• Confusion
• Heavy Sweating 
• Muscle Cramps

 

Tips For Being Cool And Safe During Heat Waves

Many people are susceptible to heatstroke during summer heatwaves. Consider the following safety and cool-down tips:

• Drink plenty of water and consume plenty of water-rich meals
• Wear loose-fitting, breathable light shades clothes and a caps
• Stay in the shade and restrict your travel and physical activity
• Reduce your body temperature by using fans, ice, and cold showers

 

A Guide To Summer Eating Habits

Although eating ice cream or drinking ice-cold drinks may seem natural, they are not doing your body any favours in terms of staying cool. The following are a few basic suggestions to help you understand and implement healthy nutrition during hot weather. The most essential thing to remember is to avoid large meals throughout the summer. This may seem counterintuitive since most people experience the hatred of consuming significant amounts of food in hot temperatures. 

Keeping your portion sizes minimal and ingesting your calories in little amounts is a smart approach. Rather than the quantity, the sort of food you eat can impact how your body maintains its temperature. This makes it critical to incorporate more “cooling,” water-rich items into your diet during the summer season, such as cucumbers, leafy greens, berries, watermelons, and so on. 

 

Meat-based meals and starchy carbohydrates like rice and bread, on the other hand, should be avoided. You can also include highly processed and/or sweetened items in this category. These foods can be difficult for the body to digest and generate a lot of heat. It is also critical to avoid diets high in protein and low in simple carbs. Heavy meals burden your digestive system, which causes your body temperature to rise. You should aim to eat more items that restore your fluid levels and keep you cool. 

 

Without going into too many specifics about planning a nutritious diet during a heatwave, the general thumb rule is to reduce your intake of meat and sweets while boosting your intake of fruits, vegetables, and greens. It is also essential to consume lots of fluids, such as water or unsweetened drinks.

 

5 Foods To Beat The Heatwave

A proper diet may go a long way toward guaranteeing that you are well prepared to deal with higher temperatures and the problems that intense heat presents to your body and mind. A heatwave may make most people want to eat nothing but ice cream. Aside from being sticky and uncomfortable, one of the most serious concerns about extremely hot weather is dehydration. However, many meals and drinks are exceptionally hydrating and enjoyable to consume, even in extreme heat.

 

Let’s look at a list of meals that can help you balance your body’s water and heat levels.

• Cucumber 

Have you ever heard the phrase “be as cool as a cucumber”? Certainly! Cucumbers are one of the most popular foods during the summer for a reason. Cucumbers are mainly water and low in calories, making them one of the ideal foods for individuals trying to beat the heat in the summer.

• Pineapples 

Pineapples are delightful, and dietitians recommend them because they contain bromelain, an enzyme proven to alleviate discomfort. If you have arthritis, fibromyalgia, or chronic pain, pineapples may help alleviate the symptoms of these disorders. Pineapples are extremely high in water content and are ideal for cooling off during a heatwave.

 

• Chilli Peppers

This may seem paradoxical at first, especially if you dislike hot meals, but chillies are excellent for cooling your body down when it gets heated. Hot peppers contain a chemical known as capsaicin, which fools your brain into thinking you’re on fire. This causes the brain to transmit messages indicating that your body is hot and needs to be cooled down. While they temporarily raise your temperature, the following sweating provides a cooling effect, which is beneficial to your body in hot weather. 

• Watermelons

In the summer, watermelons make an excellent snack. For starters, they are extremely water-rich, making them ideal for restoring fluids lost to the sun. Second, they include certain essential nutrients such as citrulline, which helps you feel calm and dilates your blood vessels, allowing you to maintain healthy blood pressure and become relaxed.

• Iceberg Lettuce 

Despite its low fibre content, it has high water content, making it a pleasant choice in the summer heat. It also has calcium, potassium, vitamin C, and folate in it. Iceberg lettuce has nutrients that can help you achieve your daily needs of multiple vitamins and minerals.

 

Summer-Time Beverages To Consider

Aside from water, which might get boring, healthy choices include coconut water, green tea, lemon juice, and so on. You should avoid soda, bottled drinks, and other sugary drinks, as they will leave you drained and disoriented. Fruit juices can be a good substitute, but only in proportion because they are heavy in natural sugars. That might also dehydrate you. Consuming a lot of sugar, even natural sugar contained in fruits, will not help your health, especially in a hot heatwave. 

Coconut water is high in nutrients and is a particularly beneficial way to quench your thirst. While tea and coffee are usually regarded as safe in proportion, there is a school of thought that maintains that in excessive amounts, caffeine may have a sedative effect, which can lead to dehydration. The same applies to alcohol, and it is best to avoid it as much as possible until the temperature cools down. 

Nature is the ultimate cooling agent, so embrace yourself in its arms. Being in nature might be a one-stop destination for all of your health concerns. Take a break this summer and visit Nimble Nature Cure Village to learn about the best therapies and treatments. Under the guidance of experts, you will know how to keep cool in the scorching heat. Visit our website or send a message in our enquiry section for further information.

 

 

 

FAQs

Q)  How to protect yourself from the summer heat 

• Sun damage can be avoided by using sunscreen.
• Keep yourself hydrated as much as possible.
• protect your eyes from direct sun rays 
• Try to wear light-coloured clothes.
• Eat summer-friendly food.
• Take good care of the plants and trees in your surroundings.
• Carry essentials with you while heading out, such as sunglasses, a cap, hand gloves, an umbrella, etc.

 

 Q) Foods to avoid in hot weather

 During a heatwave, you should also avoid eating a lot of meat or high-protein meals. Protein digestion requires higher digestive capacity, which generates heat in a process known as thermogenesis. Mangoes, fennel, artichokes, and asparagus are diuretics, which means they drain water from the body. 

 

Q) More tips to cool off your body during a heatwave

• Consume vegetables that are high in water content, such as cucumbers, cabbage, and lettuce.
• Consume fewer calories.
• Consume liquid-based meals such as soups and stews.
• Consume fruit, particularly watermelons, oranges, melons, and so on.
• Refrigerator-friendly beans include fruit and mung beans.
• Avoid ice, which can dilute digestion.
• Concentrate on meals that are sweet, acidic, or bitter.