10 Home Remedies for Heat wave

Apr 20, 2023, 13:01 IST

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Cold compresses

Cold compresses or ice packs wrapped in a cloth should be applied to pulse sites such as the neck, wrists, and ankles. This will aid in the cooling of your body.

DIY air conditioning

If you don't have air conditioning, try putting a frozen water bottle or a bowl of ice in front of a fan. As the ice melts, the fan will circulate cool air around the room.

Foot soak

To assist chill your body, soak your feet in a basin of cold water for 10-15 minutes.

Peppermint spray

Make a cooling peppermint spray by combining a few drops of peppermint essential oil with cold water in a spray container. To feel refreshed and cool, mist yourself with the spray.

Aloe vera gel

After sun exposure, apply aloe vera gel to your skin to soothe and chill it. Aloe vera has natural cooling effects and can help relieve the agony of sunburn.

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Cooling foods

To stay hydrated, eat foods high in water content, such as watermelon, cucumber, and oranges. Salads and cold soups are other light and simple to digest options.

Herbal teas

Cold herbal teas like chamomile or peppermint can help you stay hydrated and may have a cooling effect on your body.

Use cotton bedding

Replace your bedding with breathable, lightweight cotton sheets to keep you cool at night.

Create a cross-breeze

Open windows on opposite sides of your house to produce a cross-breeze that can assist circulate cooler air throughout your home.

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