Avoid the sun between 11am to 2pm The sun is hottest between 11am and 2pm, and sunburns are most likely to happen during that period. Limiting your exposure will limit your chances of overheating. If you can’t get around not being outside during those hours, read on to see what can you can do instead.
Cool down your “hot zones” Your pressure points are your secret key to happiness! Applying a little ice pack or a bottle filled with iced water will help you cool down immediately. These pressure points are: – Ankles – Behind the knees – Wrists – Elbow bends – Neck – Temples
Dress appropriately Wear loose, breathable (think: cotton) clothing and footwear that won’t leave your feet sweaty. Hats are also crucial for blazing hot weather, keeping you cool by providing shade. Sunglasses will protect your eyes from damaging UV rays. This is important when you must go out even if it’s super hot outside.
Get spicy Unconventionaly but true, spicy foods actually help you cool down. Spicy food increases your blood circulation, which in turn gets you sweating helps cool down our body.
Refrigerate or freeze your bedsheets Once you try this trick, you’ll wonder why you haven’t thought of it before. Place your bedsheets in your fridge or freezer for half an hour before you sleep, and you’ll never have trouble falling asleep because of the heat again. Also consider investing in soft gel packs that you can place underneath your sheets, or tucked between your legs (wrapped in a tea towel).
