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S.O.U.L e-Newsletter
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
With the heat and humidity upon us, its time to refresh our memories on how to beat the heat and stay safe this summer. Here are a few tips to help you stay healthy this summer:
- If you don't have to be outside, find a nice air conditioned place to hang out at.
- If you do have to be outside, find a shady spot to periodically rest under.
- Drink plenty of cool, beverages (nonalcoholic). Try and avoid sugary and alcoholic beverages which can actually make you lose more body fluid. Sports drinks can replenish salt and minerals you sweat. If you are on a low salt diet, be sure to check with your doctor before drinking.
- Wear a wide-brimmed hat and protect your skin with sunscreen. Be sure your sunscreen is at least SPF 15, is marked broad spectrum or UVA/UVB protection and you remember to reapply it often.
- Dress for the heat by wearing light weight, light colored clothing.
- Slow down and avoid strenuous activity. If you have to, limit strenuous activity to morning or evening when the temperature is cooler.
- Eat small meals and more often. Try to avoid high protein foods, they can actually increase your metabolic heat.
- Never leave anyone, pets included, in a closed, parked vehicle.
- To avoid mosquitos, try not to go out at dawn or dusk. This is when the little buggers are most active. It is recommended that you use a bug spray that contains DEET. The CDC has also approved picaridin and oil of lemon eucalyptus.
- When using both repellent and sunscreen, it is recommended that you apply the sunscreen first.
We hope you have a fun and safe summer!
Sincerely,
Megan Hardy
Researcher
MR LECET
(402) 305-3305 CELL
(402) 734-0132 FAX
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