The prevailing heat from the sun has been found to cause dehydration, rashes, stress, fatigue, chicken pox, etc. However, there are healthy lifestyles to adopt during the dry season to keep you hale and hearty.
Below are some healthy lifestyles to adopt during the dry season:
Stay hydrated
Since heat causes you to lose water through sweat, you should replenish the lost water by drinking more water to keep you hydrated. This will keep your body temperature regulated and help your kidneys to function properly.
Wear protective clothing
During the dry season, wear clothes that protect your skin from being exposed directly to the sun’s rays. Also, do not wear thick clothes, as this can cause you to sweat more. Wear light protective clothing that covers your body.
Wear hats to protect your face and scalp from the sun.
Wear Sunglasses
Wear sunglasses to protect sensitive cells in your eyes from being damaged by ultaviolet rays. Different forms of eye cancer may be associated with lifelong exposure to the sun. Wear sunglasses to protect the eyes from excessive ultraviolet radiation that damages the cornea.
Take regular shower
Regular shower makes you feel refreshed and prevents body odour.
Keep Your Home Cool
Keep your house cool and comfortable by opening the windows for fresh air to come in and hot air to go out.
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Eat light meals during dry season
Eat food and fruits with high water/fluid content like soup, watermelon, strawberries, cucumber, celery and lettuce to help keep you hydrated and cool.
Limit Physical Activity To Cooler Parts of the Day
It is harmful to exercise in the blazing mid-day sun and risk dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke. If you want to workout or play sports; make sure to drink lots of water and take more breaks than usual.
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