How to deal with the heat

1. Introduction
2. How to use air conditioning
3. How to stay hydrated
4. Eat right
5. Manage your indoor environment
6. Traditional heat wave remedies
7.Conclusion

 

1. Introduction

As summer approaches, it can be difficult to cope with the heat, especially with heat advisories in effect, and with higher temperatures come more health concerns, such as heat stroke and dehydration. But in this article, we'll show you how to deal with the heat.

 

 

2. How to use air conditioning

First up is how to use air conditioning. The main thing to keep in mind when using an air conditioner is not to set the temperature too low, as this will make it impossible to regulate your body temperature, which can be harmful to your health. It is also important to clean the air conditioner filter frequently to remove dust and fine particles. While using the air conditioner, it is recommended to set the indoor temperature to at least 26 degrees and keep the temperature difference with the outdoors to 5 degrees or less. It's also a good idea to keep doors and windows closed when using the air conditioner, and to turn it off at least every hour.

 

 

3. How to stay hydrated

The second tip is to stay hydrated. It's important to drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration in the heat. In addition to water, sports drinks, green tea, and vinegar can also help prevent dehydration, especially green tea, which has antioxidant properties that help cool the body. However, you should avoid drinking alcohol or excessive amounts of it, as it can cause you to lose water quickly. If you find it difficult to drink water, you can also eat fresh fruits with a high water content, such as watermelon, melon, melon, strawberries, oranges, grapes, and apples.

 

 

4. Eat right

The third tip is to eat properly. In the heat, it is recommended to eat light and healthy foods such as cold noodles, edible fruits and vegetables such as cucumber and watermelon, fish, and samgyetang. Especially, eating foods rich in vitamin C and potassium can prevent dehydration. On the other hand, it's best to avoid meat, fried foods, chocolate, ice cream, etc. that require a lot of cleanup as much as possible.

 

 

5. Manage your indoor environment

The fourth tip is to manage your indoor environment. When you're feeling sweltering in your home or office, it's a good idea to maintain indoor humidity by using a humidifier or a home humidifier that retains moisture. Also, placing green plants in your home can help retain moisture in the air and create a cleaner indoor environment. If the air quality outdoors is poor and you'd rather have better indoor air quality, consider opening windows for ventilation.

 

 

6. Traditional heat wave remedies

Fifth, we have the traditional ways to deal with the heat. One of the traditional ways to deal with the heat is to go out into the breeze and get a cool breeze. Wakame seaweed soup, cucumber cold soup, barley tea, etc. can also help cool the body. There are also ways to utilize natural breezes without using air conditioning. Place a wall fan by a breezy window to direct the breeze, or cover yourself lightly with a towel sprayed with water to let the breeze flow and cool you down.

 

 

7.Conclusion

There are many ways to deal with a heat wave, but by using air conditioning, staying hydrated, eating right, taking care of your indoor environment, and utilizing traditional methods of dealing with the heat, you can beat the heat in a healthy way.