Summer Self Care

— Written By and last updated by Nancie Mandeville
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fresh fruit meal laid out on blanket beach scene

During the summer months, our bodies can undergo a few changes due to our lifestyle. Most of us enjoy the sun, therefore, we’re doing more physical activities outside. Due to the heat, this activity can lead to dehydration, muscle cramps, damaged skin, and hair.

Here are a few suggestions to help enjoy summer without putting stress on your body.

  • Stay hydrated by enjoying water. Water is the best drink for summer! You can add fresh fruit, such as lemon or cucumber for added flavor and nutrients. Watermelon, cucumbers, lettuce, peaches, pineapples, plums, and blueberries are also excellent foods that contain water.
  • Drinking water is not only good for preventing dehydration of the body, but it also helps keep the skin hydrated. Foods that are rich in antioxidants are good for the skin. Some antioxidant containing foods are strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Proteins such as beans, meats, and nuts are also beneficial to the skin. Because the hair is made of protein fibers called Keratin, these protein-rich foods are good for your hair, also. During the summer months, it is also important to wear sunscreen and moisturize.
  • Muscle cramps occur when we don’t have enough fluid in our system and we overexert ourselves. During exercise, we lose electrolytes, especially potassium, calcium, and sodium. To replace electrolytes, we can drink sports drinks that contain them and eat potassium-rich foods such as raisins, potatoes, bananas, and spinach.