HEALTH TIPS
Summer is here and there
are plenty of reasons to be
jump for joy, but it is also
important to take care of
yourself during these
season. Take these few tips
to help you through this
summer.
Always apply sun cream
It is important to use a sun
cream lotion of at least SPF 30 in
order to protect your skin from
harmful UV rays. For sensitive
skin, a mineral-based sunscreen
is best. Don’t sit in the sun in
peak hours between 10am and
4pm in order to minimize UV
radiation. If you are planning to
be out in the sun for a long
period of time, reapply sun
cream every two to three hours.
Exfoliate
Summer means an increase of
dead skin cells so it is
important to exfoliate your skin
to keep it smooth and silky.
You don’t need to buy any
expensive products to achieve
that summer glow; simply use a
loafer for a light scrub or make
your own exfoliation lotion
using a handful of oatmeal, milk
and yoghurt.
Keep up the exercise regime
Before you hide those running
shoes in the wardrobe,
remember summer exercise
doesn’t have to stop because of
the rising temperatures. There
are many great ways of keeping
fit this season including
jogging, dancing and swimming
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Drink plenty of water
Protect your glossy locks
During the hot summer months,
heat and sweat can leave your
body dehydrated. A lack of
water is harmful to your body
and can also make you crave
food when you’re not actually
hungry. It is incredibly
important to keep yourself
hydrated by drinking at least
eight to nine glasses of water a
Our hair suffers a lot during the
summer. Constant heat, sun
damage and chlorine takes a
toll on our hair and can leave it
feeling limp and dull after the
holidays. If you’re planning on
swimming a lot during the
summer, it is advisable to use
anti-chlorine shampoo and
conditioner to help neutralize
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the chlorine from your hair. If
possible, minimize the use of
hairdryers, straighteners and
other heating products. Towel
dry your hair, apply a handful
of conditioner and revel in
beachy summer waves.
Eat healthy by the pool
When the sun is beating
down, the idea of seeking out
the nearest ice cream stand is
seriously tempting. Stay
strong by being prepared, and
pack a cooler full of healthy
snacks and juices. Fill your
ice-box with ice, bottled
water, sandwiches, vegetable
sticks with hummus, yoghurts
and endless amounts of fruit.
Take up a new hobby
Summer is the perfect time to
take up a new activity.
Gardening is a great way to
enjoy the outdoors and will
actually help you burn some
calories! Planting a herb
garden is a fantastic way of
getting your hands dirty,
having quick access to some
healthy flavours for your
summer meals and, if you have
kids, get them involved in
playing outside.
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