Being prepared is the wisest
thing you can do this summer. Summer essentials are simple, but is extremely
important. They protect you from all the harm that only high temperatures can
bring. So stay tuned….
Sunglasses
They can be said as a healthy
fashion accessory. Sunglasses protect the eyes from ultraviolet rays and blue
light. When you wear sunglasses, you can be rest assured that your eyes will be
protected from scary diseases such as photokeratitis, snow blindness, cataracts
and various forms of eye cancer. Health experts advise you to wear sunglasses
that filter out 99-100% of UVA and UVB light.
Sunscreen
It is in the form of lotion,
spray or gel and protects the skin from sunburn and skin cancer. Sunscreens
with a sun protecting factor of 15 or higher do a good job of protecting your
skin from the harmful UV rays. Never ever step out of your house without
wearing sunscreen. Keep this as your summer mantra.
Clothing
It’s the first line of defense against the harmful rays of the sun. It is always safe to wear high necked collars, full sleeved shirt and full pants, when you venture out in the sun. Your clothes block out much of the harmful radiation. The more skin you cover the better it is for your health and wellness.
Hats
They work miracles to protect your head from the blazing heat. Have you ever heard of people gone insane when not wearing a hat? I haven’t. Head Wear Association recommends wide brimmed, curve shaped hats with close weave fabric or tightly woven straw. Wear some nice hats to make your summer more colorful. An umbrella can also be a good summer aid.
Water
Proper hydration is a must
for summer. Water carries the heat away from your internal organs and prevents
heat stroke. Drink lots of water. You can also include tea, coffee, milk, fruit
juices, soups and vegetable juices to stay hydrated. During exercise it is good
to supplement sports drink along with water.
Concluding thoughts
So as you enter into this
summer season, be sure to keep all the essentials on high alert. Stay safe and be
safe.
Take care,
Swarnam