Warm weather, longer days and maybe even a holiday – the summer is finally upon us – hooray! But all of that sun, those tempting sugary tipples and disrupted sleep can make this time of year the perfect recipe for common health niggles to ruin your fun. Think burnt skin, dehydration and pesky insect bites. Luckily, all it takes is adopting a few healthy habits to feel your best and enjoy everything summer has to offer. Here’s how…
1 SHELTER DURING STORMS
Sunny spells can often culminate in thunderstorms. Stay inside before, after and during one if you’re an asthma sufferer. Storms can trigger attacks, as can hot weather. It’s believed that the heat and windy, humid conditions can blow pollen andinto smaller particles which irritate and narrow the airways. Close windows, keep inhalers close at hand and make sure you know the signs that show your asthma is getting worse and what to do if it does.
