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  How to Stay "Unhindered" During The Summer Heat Wave 
 



 
It's been very hot here, actually as I write this it's 102 degrees.  Here are some tips on how to stay "unhindered" during this heat wave.

 
***Wear light colored clothing and if possible, a hat.
***Drink plenty of filtered water, and my recommentation is to add O2 Coral Calcium tea bags to your water,
      gives you the minerals you need to stay hydrated.
***Confine outdoor activity to morning and evening (night is better)
***A cool bath or shower daily (standing in the sprinkler works too)
***Some factors which increase your risk of temperature overload are being overweight, having high blood pressure, having a fever,
      being dehydrated, having a sunburn, using prescriptioned drugs, using alcohol
***Don't drink things that contain caffeine, alcohol or large amounts of sugar, this causes dehydration
***If you are out in the heat and you start feeling cool and moist, this is a sign of heat fatigue.
***Other symptoms are dizziness, rapid heartbeat, leg cramps or arm cramps.
***If this occurs, go to a cool place, take a tepid shower, if possible, rest and sip some of this recipe.
  1. Table Salt - 3/4 teaspoon
  2. Baking Powder - 1 teaspoon
  3. Sugar -4 tablespoons
  4. Orange juice - I cup
  5. Water - I quart/liter
I realize I just told you not to drink beverages HIGH in sugar, but this recipe was developed by the World Health Organization, when the salt and sugar are combined, it improves the absorption of the salt which is crucial.  Also, you are diluting it with a quart of water.  I wouldn't suggest drinking sugared drinks when outside, but after you come in and you combine it with the appropriate other electrolytes, it should be safe. After you start to feel better, just go back to sipping regular water, or juice diluted half and half with water.
 
Most sugared drinks you buy don't have the proper ratio of sodium and that makes them dehydrate you.
 
This drink is often well tolerated even when the person is nauseated or vomiting.  Just take little sips.  It is also recommended that you NOT stop ingesting foods, except for dairy products and high fiber fruits and vegetables.
 
For dehydration in children, the signs are:
 
Dry mouth, no tears, sunken eyes, a reduction in urination, and skin that stays compressed when pinched.
 


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