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Why do we feel uncomfortable in hot weather? The fact is that the high temperature of the air leads to dehydration of the body, which as a result works with a double load. How can you enjoy the sun and warmth when you feel unwell? Today, “Ochakovo” will share with us simple and very effective secrets of how to refresh yourself during the heat, keep up your spirits and energy.
Why you should drink water
First of all, don’t forget to drink! Everyone knows that the human body is 60% water, and in the heat of the liquid is intensively excreted from the body, so it is important to make up for its loss in time. Water removes toxins and other decomposition products from the cells, and when there is a lack of it, intoxication occurs, the main signs of which are fatigue, headaches, loss of appetite and irritability. Usually doctors advise to drink 1.5-2 liters of water a day, but in the heat it is better to drink more – at will and well-being.
Benefits and harms of soft drinks
For a change, water can be replaced with other drinks that quench your thirst. Green tea, herbal teas, berry fruit drinks without sugar, fresh juices, water with lemon are well refreshed in the heat, but kvass made from natural ingredients, for example, “Ochakovsky”, is especially refreshing.
It is not recommended to drink coffee, sweet carbonated drinks and alcohol in the heat, as they cause even greater thirst and dehydrate the body, and alcoholic beverages increase the load on the heart.
Why did our ancestors drink kvass in the heat
Kvass “Ochakovsky” quenches thirst well and restores the water-salt balance in the body. In Russia, in the heat, they always drank kvass, took it with them to the haymaking, prepared a variety of dishes and drinks on its basis.
Kvass is an amino acid and B vitamins that are so necessary for the body. In addition, kvass acts on the cardiovascular system as a powerful tonic. And this drink has bactericidal properties, which is especially important in hot weather, because in such conditions, ideal conditions are created for the reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms. Due to the fact that kvass is made on bread, it perfectly satisfies hunger and reduces the need for food, which helps to tolerate the heat even better.
How to eat in the heat
You’ve probably noticed that heavy food makes you feel worse in hot weather. The fact is that lard, thick and rich broths, fatty meat and fish, smoked meats, pasta, sweets and pastries supply the body with a large number of calories, give energy and warm it well. In winter, such food is a real salvation. While the summer season requires lightness, on hot days, salads with fresh vegetables, berries, seasonal fruits and cold soups are good. Our Slavic ancestors cooked okroshka on kvass, botvinya and tyurya in the summer — it is not only delicious, but also useful. In okroshka, you can add veal, seafood or prepare vegetarian soups, which are easier to digest in the heat and quench your thirst. Vegetables and herbs supply the body with mineral salts, which come out during the heat along with sweat, and tomatoes, zucchini and cucumbers also cool the body. It is recommended to exclude smoked foods, spicy and salty dishes, as they cause a strong thirst. However, the Hindus in the heat flavor the food with spicy curry or chili pepper, as, according to Ayurveda, these spices increase sweating and cool the body.
A few tips on how to cool off in the heat
Do not use decorative cosmetics, so as not to clog the pores and allow the skin to breathe. Carry thermal water with you and refresh your face as soon as it gets too stuffy.
The best clothing for the heat is made of natural fabrics (for example, cotton and linen), it is well-permeable, allows the skin to breathe and absorbs sweat. It is desirable that the clothes are light and loose, because dark shades attract the sun’s rays, and tight-fitting styles do not allow air to circulate normally. Don’t forget about hats and comfortable open shoes!
Do wet cleaning more often, ventilate the premises and do less active sports in this weather — it is best to practice yoga, walk in parks, go out into nature and swim in reservoirs.
Did you know that…
- Silk bed linen cools the body well during the heat.
- Metal jewelry quickly heats up and creates discomfort in hot weather.
- If you put bottles or a container of cold water next to the fan, the room will become cooler.
- Household electrical appliances emit heat, so it is better to turn them off if you do not use them.
- In India, yogis are saved from the heat with the help of special breathing. Breathe like a yogi, curling your tongue, inhaling through your mouth and exhaling through your nose — you will feel better.
- Scientists have noticed that monkeys often lick their wrists in hot weather. The fact is that this cools the body and reduces its temperature, so keep your wrists under cold water more often.
- Kvass contains a high concentration of B vitamins, so in the heat you can save yourself with a good natural kvass “Ochakovsky”.
We hope that our tips will help you to fully meet the heat. Let the summer months this year be sunny and warm, enjoy your holiday and bright mood!