How to Beat the Summer Heat
The public pool at Kitsilano Beach | Photo Credit: City of Vancouver
As summer starts to approach, so do the brutal sweat stains, sleepless summer nights, and the constant battle against the temperature to stay cool. To stay chill in the summer heat, here’s some tips to make these sweltering days refreshing.
Watch What You’re Eating and Drinking
During the summer, make sure to drink water all throughout the day, not just when you’re thirsty. Try to drink sugar-free drinks, avoiding drinks such as soda so you don’t become dehydrated. Eating produce like fruits and veggies will also help you stay cool in the summer. Salty and fatty foods make you feel tired and dehydrate you, so instead of salt, try a little spice. Some spicy food activates your body’s perspiration system which will cool you down on a hot day.
Be a Summer Fashionista
When it’s hot outside, the clothes you wear are very important. Wearing light, loosely woven, breathable clothing can help you stay cool and comfortable during the summer. Make sure to wear a hat with at least a three-inch brim to protect your face from the UV rays of the sun. Cute straw hats and baseball caps can be a wonderful addition to your wardrobe.
Try a Parasol
A parasol is the perfect solution to extreme heat. They look pretty, and they are a great way to protect yourself from the heat at a summer picnic or a beach trip. The more opaque your parasol is, the more shade it provides! Try getting one in purple, black, or blue so the parasol shields you from more of the UV rays.
Go to places with AC
If you don’t have air conditioning at home, it’s best to go somewhere that does during hot days to stay safe. There are lots of fun places you can go that’ll have air conditioning. Most community centres and libraries have air conditioning or you could go to places like the mall and the movie theatre with a couple of friends. Places like Science World and the Aquarium also have AC so you can make it a fun day with family.
Plunge into Outdoor Pools
Going to pools and water parks is a great way to comfortably exercise in the summer and it’s a fun way to spend the day. If you don’t have the time to go to a pool or waterpark, simply taking a cold bath or shower helps you not overheat. Having these a couple times a day during extremely hot weather is a good way to stay cool.