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Stay healthy while having
Fun on Hot Days
Everyone is eager to make full use of summer’s long
days, often at the expense of good health. To enjoy the
season, it’s important to be prepared. Try to moderate
activity on hot days and wear the proper gear to protect
the body from sun damage and overheating.
During hot, humid summer months, even top athletes will
train in the cool early morning hours or after dark. Be
smart when exercising or playing outdoors: don’t push it
in hot, muggy weather. Harmful pollutants hang in the air
on humid days, making it difficult to breathe. In these
conditions, perspiration won’t evaporate efficiently, so
the body can’t cool down. Opt for air-conditioned,
indoor workouts whenever possible and remember to
replenish fluids.
"Don’t underestimate the amount of fluids lost
from perspiration on hot summer days," says Sandra
Edwards, Registered Dietitian & Sports Nutritionist.
"Keep drinking to cool the body and prevent
dehydration. You can supplement water with other
beverages, like Brisk Lemonade, as long as they don’t
contain alcohol or caffeine." Take a rest when you
need to refresh – a quick breather will help restore
energy levels and keep the body cool. See
The Hazards of Heat and
Tips for Keeping Hydrated in the Summer Heat
If the mid-day heat is unavoidable, wear the right gear
to stay cool. Protect the eyes from the potentially
dangerous effects of sunlight by wearing sunglasses with
UVA and UVB protection. Choose cotton clothing so the body
can breathe and perspire freely, opting for light colors
that reflect the sun’s hot rays. And, it’s crucial to
keep the head covered on hot summer days. A vented or
loose-weave hat will protect from the sun and allow air to
circulate, reducing the risk of heat-related illness. And,
always remember to wear sunscreen with at least SPF 15 to
protect from harmful UVA and UVB rays.
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Stay hydrated to enjoy
hot summer days
After a long, cold winter, families can’t wait for summer!
But often, summertime, welcome as it is, can bring sweltering heat
and unbearable humidity, which can lead to dehydration.
We all need to be prepared for hot summer days. The most
important thing to remember is to drink plenty of fluids to keep
the body hydrated.
"For some people, drinking eight or ten glasses of water a
day is hard to do. I encourage people who have difficulty drinking
so much water to supplement their water intake with other fluids
they enjoy drinking, like juices and lemonade – focusing on
beverages without caffeine or alcohol," says Sandra Edwards,
Registered Dietitian and Sports Nutritionist.
Most people, it seems, understand the importance of hydration
because beverage sales peak during the dog days of summer.
"Our Aquafina bottled water sales are never better than
they are on hot summer days," says Michael Hartman, Vice
President of Marketing, Pepsi-Cola Canada Ltd. "Iced tea is
also a big hit, and so is lemonade. When it gets really hot out,
there’s nothing quite like a tall, cool glass of Brisk Lemonade
to quench your thirst."
When the body sweats, it not only loses vital moisture but
essential minerals too, including potassium, a mineral found in
abundance in fruits and vegetables. Eating healthy snacks
replenishes minerals and helps absorb and retain fluids. So,
remember to stock up on fresh summer fruits and veggies to stay
hydrated and refreshed.
Even at work, you can dry out in the summertime. Just because
air-conditioned environments keep you cool, doesn’t mean you’re
safe from dehydration. Climate-controlled buildings can zap body’s
vital moisture. So sip on refreshing drinks, like water, iced-teas
or lemonade all work-day long.
Also see
The Hazards of Heat and Tips for
Keeping Hydrated in the Summer Heat
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Tips to encourage
consumption of fluids on Hot Days
The old mantra encouraging us to consume eight glasses
of water a day is a bare minimum requirement, according to
health experts — and during summer activities this need
is accentuated, especially for children. Here are a few
more tips:
• Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink water.
By the time you feel thirsty, you are already dehydrated.
• Carry a bottle of water with you as you commute to
work, run errands, or enjoy a day at the beach. While at
work, keep a bottle of water on your desk and take a water
break rather than a coffee break.
• Don’t substitute water with alcohol or caffeine.
Caffeine and alcohol act as diuretic beverages and can
cause you to lose water through increased urination.
• Drink water throughout your exercise workout.
Following a workout, you need to replace your perspiration
loss, Pre-Event hydration is recommended.
• Start and end your day with water. Your body loses
water while you sleep so drink a serving before bed and
again when you wake up.
• Common colds and flu frequently lead to
dehydration. Keep a large bottle of water next to your bed
so you can sip it throughout the day without having to get
up.
• Cool water is the best fluid for keeping hydrated
when it’s warm outside. Cool water is absorbed much more
quickly than warm fluids.
Also see
The Hazards of Heat and
Tips for Keeping Hydrated in the Summer Heat
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See the following sections for summer safety news:
Tips for Making Summer
Safe from Safe Kids Canada - Summer Safety Checklist
The Hazards of Heat and
Tips for Keeping Hydrated in the Summer Heat
Keep the Bugs at Bay, Eight Tips for a Bug Free Summer
Safety News - Summer Safety Warning - Press Release from Consumer Product Safety Commission
Pools and Parasites- Keeping Your Child Safe - The Children's Digestive Health and Nutrition Foundation (CDHNF) Warns Parents about Dangerous Waterborne Bacteria and Parasites Peak During Late Summer
Safety News - Barbecue Tanks and Charcoal Grills - Press Release from Consumer Product Safety Commission
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Biking Safety Tips
Playground Safety Tips
Pool and Beach Safety Tips
Walking Safety Tips and
Road Safety Rules for Walking with Children, Tips to Teach Children Road
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