When summer arrives, so do the little troubles in life.
The buzzing mosquitoes made it difficult to sleep soundly, and my skin was red and hot from the sun when I went out. I lost my energy due to the heat during the day, and I lost my appetite when eating at night.
So many summers have passed, do you also think that each year is roughly the same, and you are even a little worried about how to spend this season comfortably?
Don’t be anxious, the editor has sorted out the practical and effective summer life tips that I have used over the years, from preventing mosquito bites, applying sunscreen to preventing heat stroke, and explained them in detail one by one, hoping to help you spend a cool and comfortable summer easily.
There are ways to prevent mosquitoes, from smell to bathing.
mosquito bites Not only is itching a problem, but it can sometimes spread disease.
Many people think that mosquitoes only exist at night. In fact, mosquitoes are also active in the evening and early morning.
The editor has tried many methods, and these are the most effective.
The first is oral vitamin B1, 20 milligrams per time, a very affordable small white bottle in the drugstore is enough. One dose can last for about two days.
After participating in the metabolism of vitamin B1, a smell will be emitted through the sweat glands. This smell is not liked by mosquitoes and cannot be smelled by humans. However, mosquitoes will choose to take a detour.
Another way is to prepare a basin of warm water and place it in the basin when entering the bathing stage, then add a few star anise and fennel to soak in it, and then use the water in the basin to wipe the body. This way, mosquitoes will be less likely to approach.
If the number of mosquitoes in your home has gradually increased, you can burn dried orange peels indoors. The smell smells good and can also repel mosquitoes. It is much milder than mosquito coils.
Also, in the evening, place one or two pots of tuberose or jasmine in the living room or bedroom. Mosquitoes can't stand the fragrance and will naturally not be willing to enter the house.
Normally, you can also place an empty wine bottle next to the table, pour 30 to 50 ml of sugar water into it, or drink the remaining beer. Mosquitoes are easily attracted by the sweetness and enter it, and then they will be stuck and unable to come out.
Indeed, the most fundamental thing is to bathe frequently. The smell of sweat will be reduced, so the possibility of mosquitoes targeting you will be much smaller.
Sun protection isn’t just about applying sunscreen, it’s also about eating the right things
The biggest fear when going out in summer is getting sunburned.
Many people think that sun protection is just about applying sunscreen. In fact, preparations and daily diet are also important.
Before leaving home, check to see if you have a parasol in your bag. The darker the umbrella, the better. For example, a black or dark blue umbrella is much more effective at blocking ultraviolet rays than a light-colored umbrella.
Sunscreen is definitely indispensable. It has the principle of forming a film on the surface of the skin to reflect ultraviolet rays, or absorb and eliminate them, ultimately protecting the skin from sunburn.
When choosing sunscreen, you need to pay attention to the SPF value and PA plus number. For daily commuting, SPF30 and PA+++ can generally meet your needs. If you plan to go to the beach or stay outdoors for a long time, SPF50 and PA++++ are most suitable.
There is also a little trick that many people don’t know, which is to eat to help protect yourself from the sun.
Studies have shown that lycopene can have a considerable antioxidant effect. Eating about forty grams of tomato paste a day, or eating a few more fresh tomatoes, can reduce the damage caused by ultraviolet rays to the skin.
You know, among fruits, besides tomatoes, many fruits are rich in vitamin C and are helpful in repairing the skin, such as kiwi, watermelon, lemon, and strawberry.
Before going out, apply sunscreen half an hour in advance. Remember, don’t omit the area on your neck, ears, and back of your hands. Reapply it every two to three hours for the most ideal effect.
To prevent heatstroke, start with three meals. Calming your mind is more effective than drinking cold drinks.
When it comes to preventing heatstroke, many people's first reaction is to drink ice water and eat popsicles. In fact, doing so can easily cause damage to the gastrointestinal tract, which is bad for health.
The really effective method is to first adjust your diet and work schedule.
During the summer, it is advisable to prepare mung bean soup at home. Mung beans are cold in nature, sweet in taste, and have the effect of clearing away heat and relieving heat. Do not add too much sugar when cooking. You can drink it warm or cold, but try not to drink it iced.
Putting watermelon in the category of fruits, it is undisputed and ranks first in its role in relieving summer heat. It has many properties of containing a very sufficient amount of water and has the function of promoting the excretion of urine. However, for those who have a weak spleen and stomach, they need to reduce the amount they eat. There is also a situation where watermelon taken out of a refrigerator that is in a low-temperature refrigeration state is best left for a period of time before eating.
In the field of plants and vegetables, bitter melon is an excellent food. Although it has a certain degree of bitterness when tasted, it has a remarkable effect in clearing fire from the body. Cutting it into slices and using it to fry eggs or make cold dishes is extremely refreshing and delicious.
When you feel thirsty, the most recommended thing is actually hot tea, and green tea or scented tea are both viable choices. Although you will feel hot after drinking it, your body will take away the heat through sweating, but after a few minutes it will make you feel cooler.
Families with suitable conditions should use fans as much as possible in summer as an alternative to electric fans or air conditioners. The wind blown out by the fans is gentle and gentle, which will not easily cause headaches and shoulder pain. Moreover, while shaking the fans, you can also move your arms, which is helpful in preventing frozen shoulder.
The most important point is that you must take a nap after lunch. The duration does not need to be too long. Twenty or thirty minutes is enough. After this, your mental state in the afternoon will be much better.
In fact, there are no complicated tricks to survive the summer. The key is to find the right method.
Mosquito prevention must be carried out as early as possible, starting from the two aspects of smell and cleanliness; sun protection must be comprehensive, including parasols, sunscreen, and diet; heatstroke prevention must be treated from the root cause, eating properly, sleeping well, and calming down will naturally cool down.
I hope these few little tips that can help your life that you learned during the summer can help you, thereby reducing some of your worries and adding a little sense of refreshment this summer.
Even if you are taking a walk downstairs or enjoying the cool air in the evening, you can still live comfortably.
