How To Stay Hydrated When Summer Temperatures Skyrocket | Newport Medical and Wellness

How To Stay Hydrated When Summer Temperatures Skyrocket

September 15, 2020

in Boost Hydration, Hydration Therapy, Medical & Wellness

During the hottest days of summer, proper hydration should be in the forefront of everyone’s mind. However, it’s easy to underestimate how much water you need throughout the day and leave your home unprepared. Here are a few ways to stay hydrated when summer temperatures skyrocket.

  1. Take More Water Than You Think You Need

Whether you’re heading out for a morning run or working in the garden, always have water with you on hot days. Keep in mind that most people require more water in the summer than they realize, so take more water with you than you think you need. It’s always better to have too much than too little.

  1. Avoid Alcohol

Did you know alcohol can actually speed up the dehydration process? So even though you may be tempted to reach for a cold one when you’re sweaty and hot, it’s best not to so. If you must have a drink of alcohol, just be sure to drink plenty of water as well to offset its dehydrating effects.

  1. Pay Attention to How Much You Sweat

Your body sweats in an attempt to cool itself down. If you’re sweating heavily, you should be taking proactive measures to replace the lost body fluid. Pay attention to how much you sweat and make sure you’re drinking enough water to compensate.

  1. Look at Your Urine Color

Most people don’t make it a habit to check the color of your urine, but it’s something you should do regularly during the summer. Ideally, your urine should be pale yellow. If it’s orange and dark, you are likely dehydrated. Take special care to rehydrate as soon as you can. If you’re consistently dehydrated throughout the summer months, it’s dangerous for your health. If you feel like you need a quick boost of hydration, Newport Medical And Wellness Center offers a Vitamin IV and injection therapy called Boost Hydration. It can quickly replenish the electrolytes and nutrients in your body while restoring healthy hydration levels.

  1. Eat Foods With a Higher Water Content

Some foods contain a lot of water, and it’s good to consume them on hot days. Foods such as cucumbers, peaches, cantaloupes and watermelon are all great choices that can help you stay hydrated when the temperature’s high.

  1. Change Your Exercise Times

Are you used to taking a jog during your lunch break or going for a bike ride in the early afternoon? If so, now is the time to adjust your exercise times. Working out during the hottest hours of the day is a great way to become dehydrated very quickly. During the summer, consider adjusting your exercise schedule so you’re working out in the early morning hours or late in the evening when it’s cooler. You may even want to spend more time working out indoors if it’s too hot to safely exercise outside.

  1. Drink Sports Drinks When Needed

Sports drinks contain electrolytes and nutrients that can replace the electrolytes you naturally lose during exercise. Keep in mind that they also contain large amounts of sugar, so you should use them sparingly.

Dehydration is a serious issue during hot weather. These tips can help you enjoy your summer without becoming dehydrated.

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