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KEEP IT FUN IN THE SUN

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Vincent
Published date29 June 2022
Publication titleHuddersfield Daily Examiner
"Before spending all day out in the heat, people should ease themselves into it - if they can - and give themselves a few days to adapt." Cover up and get some shade If you are going to be outdoors for a long stretch, make sure you factor in plenty of shade. A sun hat - ideally one that protects vulnerable burn spots, like the neck and ears - can make a big difference, too

"Wear appropriate clothing - loose-fitting, lightweight and breathable - and avoid dark colours,"

adds Abby. Hydration, hydration, hydration Avoiding dehydration is "super important", says Abby. "In hot weather, you will be sweating more, which reduces our body's plasma volume and leads to dehydration.

"This increases the strain on our cardiovascular system (increased heart rate) and impedes the body's ability to thermoregulate (keep cool and sweat).

"Make sure you're drinking enough to meet your increased sweat losses. If a person is a very heavy sweater, they may want to consider adding some electrolytes to their fluids, to replace those they're also sweating out."

Joshua Berkowitz, medical director at IV treatment clinic IV Boost

Carry a at all times throughout (ivboost.uk), suggests carrying "a water bottle at all times, and sipping throughout the day. Don't wait until you're absolutely parched - if you're feeling thirsty, you are already slightly dehydrated."

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