Health Tips for Today: India is witnessing a heat wave in several parts of the country. But for children, this isn't just a time to hide indoors; it is the long-awaited season of their summer vacation. During the holidays, children eagerly look forward to adventures and playing with their friends. It is important to protect your child against extreme temperatures to ensure his safety and well-being. It is important to watch for heat-related illnesses such as fainting, seizures, irritability, headache, excessive sweating, weakness or dizziness, rapid breathing, nausea and vomiting.
Here are some tips to protect your child from rising temperatures.
1. Stay hydrated: Encourage your child to drink enough water throughout the day. During the summer, children often drink sugary drinks and carbonated drinks. Make sure you avoid these as they can cause dehydration. Try options like buttermilk, fresh fruit juice, lassi and coconut water.
2. Increasing fruit intake: Summer is also the season of mangoes, which helps boost immunity and is an excellent source of iron and magnesium. Another fruit that you can enjoy during the summer season is watermelon, which is good for hydrating the body as drinks made from this fruit not only provide essential nutrition but also help you stay cool during summer.
3. Dress appropriately: Let them wear loose-fitting, light-colored cotton fabrics that are perfect for summers.
4. Avoid outdoors during peak hours: With the current weather conditions, it is best to avoid outdoor activities all day. But especially between noon and 4 p.m., when the sun is at its peak, it is important to stay indoors. While it may seem challenging to keep kids indoors during these hours, you can organize indoor activities, such as potluck gatherings with friends, indoor games, or arts and crafts sessions, to keep them busy and entertained. This guarantees their safety while still allowing them to have fun during the summer holidays.
5. Things to take with you when playing outside: Schedule outdoor play time in the early morning or after 5 p.m., when the sun is less intense. Consider organizing a morning walk picnic for your child and their friends to enjoy. When your child goes outside to play, don't forget to apply sunscreen, provide him with a bottle of water, a hat or cap for protection from the sun, and encourage him to play in the shade whenever possible. This will ensure that they are safe and comfortable while they enjoy their time outdoors.
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Published: May 4, 2024 08:32 IST