Whether you live in Florida (like me) or are still sweating it out in some other part of the country – the temperature does not seem to be dropping outside. It’s almost unbearable especially when you have errands to run or just want to relax in the sun!
While there’s nothing we can do to change the weather, there are still great ways to beat the heat!
Luckily, Real Simple magazine has issued an article to help out their readers on Ways to Beat the Heat. So, here are 6 ways to help you through the end of the summer – without melting!
Give Your Dryer a Break
Not only does it help with cost, but it keeps your house cooler. So, hang clothes out to dry to give it a fresh smell!
Eat Light
Opting for a lighter type of food, such as fruits and veggies keeps you hydrated — which keeps you cool.
Keep Cool While You Compute
This cool little invention, the Kensington FlyFan, plugs right into your USB port on your computer. Now you can finish up your work and keep cool at the same time!
Lock Up
Close windows and doors to keep the heat where it belongs — outside!
Dress Down
Lose your shoes (and your clothes for that matter) — it helps keep your body temperature down.
Think Cool
The mind is a tricky thing. If you think it, it will be. Studies show that if you think yourself cool — you’ll be cool. Maybe it doesn’t work all of the time — but it’s worth a shot! [via Real Simple]
What are you doing to keep from melting this summer?
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Thank you for sharing!
guest
For a while the place I’m currently living in didn’t have AC, and I slept outside, anyway (in June and July when the temp was in the upper 90s or 100s). Eventually my body acclimated to the heat.