I really don’t know how the bedouins and nomads used to survive in the heat of this desert!
I mean, we have AC everywhere we go but even the walk from the air conditioned car to the air conditioned indoors is unbearable!
It’s hot, sticky and people around me are starting to smell!
The worst part about this heat is that it wears you down. I don’t know about you, but I’ve been feeling exhausted, I’ve had constant dull headaches, and overall just been feeling ick!
The doctor says it’s dehydration – and apparently this can lead to several other issues.
So my advice to those of you who are struggling in this heat: WATER! WATER! WATER!!!
I can’t tell you how important it is to continuously hydrate yourself. Make a conscious effort to drink more water or other beverages that have electrolytes.
Some of the side effects of dehydration are:
– dry mouth
– low energy / fatigue
– loss of muscle strength / sore body / muscle cramps
– dark circles under your eyes
– the feeling of hunger
– lack of urine
– rapid heart rate / palpitations
– confusion / inability to concentrate
– headaches / dizziness
– nausea / vomiting
..and in extreme cases, coma, organ failure and possibly death.
If you’re feeling any of these symptoms, it’s important to rest, re-hydrade and stay out of the sun/heat. Drink water, Gatorade or other electrolyte beverages, or you can mix the following and drink it:
- 1 quart (950 mL) water
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) baking soda
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) table salt
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 g) salt substitute (potassium-based), such as Lite Salt or Morton Salt Substitute
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) sugar
NOTE: Do not give this homemade drink to children younger than 12. Measure all ingredients precisely. Small variations can make the drink less effective or even harmful.
Source: http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/tc/dehydration-home-treatment
I hope this helps to keep you healthy, safe and happy through the summer months.
One last piece of advice… or maybe more of a request… please… don’t forget to wear deodorant 😉
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