Tips for healthy living in hot weather

Hot weather is always accompanied by an increase in illnesses, from mild illnesses such as heatstroke, colds, sore throats, dermatitis, stress to dangerous illnesses such as stroke.

It won't hurt to keep these expert tips in mind to keep yourself and your family healthy during the hot season:

• Supplement vitamin C, helps strengthen immunity against hot season diseases. Drink water more often, don't wait until you feel thirsty.

• Eat smaller portions. Large meals, especially if they are high in starch and protein, generate a lot of heat in the body. So reduce your portion size and add a glass of cool water to help cool down your body.

• Turn off unnecessary electronic devices in the house to reduce heat. Wear thin, light-colored, loose-fitting clothes to help absorb sunlight and sweat. Avoid strenuous outdoor activities.

Drinking plenty of water on hot days is essential.

Here is some advice for children and the elderly, who are most vulnerable during hot weather:

• Do not let children stay outdoors for long periods of time, encourage them to play indoor games. Do not let children play on an empty stomach. Avoid taking children to crowds. Pay special attention to food hygiene, as foodborne illnesses are common during the hot season. Do not let children eat or drink uncontrolled food sources from outside. Instruct children to wash their hands regularly, especially before eating.

• For the elderly, it is necessary to increase the amount of water you drink every day, you can add honey and lemon. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Start breakfast with sweet fruits in season such as watermelon and peaches. Eat enough salt to control blood pressure which tends to increase in hot weather. Avoid drinking tea because it will cause dehydration.

According to Zing