The summer is here, and it is starting to hit me hard in Mumbai. It didn't creep up on me like it usually does, but it just stunned me with a blow right in the nose. As the summer approaches, most articles in the paper read about what one should do to keep cool. I mean today as I stepped early in the morning, I got hit by what seemed like a blast from hell right in the face. Who is keeping track of the weather craze? Who has the time? But this summer I realized that even I might have to keep a low profile to ensure that I survive without crashing and burning. I don't usually like the conventional, so I am going to give you some friendly advice on the things that You want to avoid doing in order to ensure that you beat the heat this summer.
Don't step out: Seriously, try not to step out during the day. Reach office before the sun is up, say till 11. Yes, giving up the morning sleep is a pain, but this is the one of the best ways of beating the sun. Also, lets face it, most of us have to reach work by then or face the heat of another kind (which no one actually likes!)Leave after the sun stops trying to fry you, say after 5ish and the first is accomplished. It truly is just that simple, and very effective.
Avoid drinks: Believe me, it pains me more to write this than it will be for you to implement. Especially since it's my birthday in a few weeks and the thought of not indulging leaves me kind of sad.! No, no, don't feel sorry for me. Coming back to the point, drinks are just bad for you, and this list includes areated drinks as well. It just warms up your whole system making you feel hotter and much worse deprives your body of it's much needed water supply. Try to avoid indulging, or maybe indulging too much over the summer. Also think of all the extra pounds you may shed and look hot in this summer season. So, don't touch that glass. Although, remember to reward yourself with a mohito or a long island every now and then!
Don't over hydrate: Yes, there is a concept of over hydrating. In such a case your body starts storing up water, and even worse, you want to keep going to the loo all the time. It is okay to a certain level, but the other day I got hit by the feeling hard as I boarded the train in Andheri, and believe me the pain that I went through by the time I reached college an hour later can only be compared to that of being shot by a bullet and then letting that wound and then letting that wound bleed for a month, if that! Drink plenty of fluids, but try not to rely on just water. Eat fruits and some of the greenies (sad as that may sound)!
Cover up: Okay ladies, listen up..I know how you may feel overwhelmed by the heat and want to shed the weight of clothes, but do you skin a favor and cover up. Apparently, the sun can do more damage to your skin by direct impact than indirect. Also, it is easier for you to loose your clothes that have soaked up the heat from the sun than lose your skin which will lead to tanning and even worse skin like leather in the long term. Wearing loose but covering clothes is the way to go this summer. Spring dresses and frocks are your friends.
Tone it down: This is for all the lovers. I get the whole "I am so in love, I need to be with him/her all the time", but if you are going to sit near the seaside during the day with your special someone, love isn't the only thing you will be basking in. The sun doesn't shine softer for you, although the pink-hued glasses may make it seem so. All those who take to Marine Drive at 2 pm, you can always meet after the sun cools down for a bit. Believe me no one wants to stick their partner with sweat pouring all over them with the smell of rotten fish drying in the exposed beach for ambiance!
The sun maybe in the mood to be a kill-a-joy, but with my shady umbrella and some simple changes I plan to make most of the crazy summer. Hope you survive enough to do the same!
Don't step out: Seriously, try not to step out during the day. Reach office before the sun is up, say till 11. Yes, giving up the morning sleep is a pain, but this is the one of the best ways of beating the sun. Also, lets face it, most of us have to reach work by then or face the heat of another kind (which no one actually likes!)Leave after the sun stops trying to fry you, say after 5ish and the first is accomplished. It truly is just that simple, and very effective.
Avoid drinks: Believe me, it pains me more to write this than it will be for you to implement. Especially since it's my birthday in a few weeks and the thought of not indulging leaves me kind of sad.! No, no, don't feel sorry for me. Coming back to the point, drinks are just bad for you, and this list includes areated drinks as well. It just warms up your whole system making you feel hotter and much worse deprives your body of it's much needed water supply. Try to avoid indulging, or maybe indulging too much over the summer. Also think of all the extra pounds you may shed and look hot in this summer season. So, don't touch that glass. Although, remember to reward yourself with a mohito or a long island every now and then!
Don't over hydrate: Yes, there is a concept of over hydrating. In such a case your body starts storing up water, and even worse, you want to keep going to the loo all the time. It is okay to a certain level, but the other day I got hit by the feeling hard as I boarded the train in Andheri, and believe me the pain that I went through by the time I reached college an hour later can only be compared to that of being shot by a bullet and then letting that wound and then letting that wound bleed for a month, if that! Drink plenty of fluids, but try not to rely on just water. Eat fruits and some of the greenies (sad as that may sound)!Cover up: Okay ladies, listen up..I know how you may feel overwhelmed by the heat and want to shed the weight of clothes, but do you skin a favor and cover up. Apparently, the sun can do more damage to your skin by direct impact than indirect. Also, it is easier for you to loose your clothes that have soaked up the heat from the sun than lose your skin which will lead to tanning and even worse skin like leather in the long term. Wearing loose but covering clothes is the way to go this summer. Spring dresses and frocks are your friends.
The sun maybe in the mood to be a kill-a-joy, but with my shady umbrella and some simple changes I plan to make most of the crazy summer. Hope you survive enough to do the same!
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