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11 Ways To Beat The Summer Heat

Don't sweat it.

Lauren Hernandez

Jul 06, 2018

Purdue University

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We all love summer, but the heat associated with this fun-filled season is unbearable at times. It's essential that we are mindful of how harmful the rays of sunlight we know and love are. Not only is the heat uncomfortable, but it can also be life-threatening. Here are 11 easy ways to beat the summer heat:

1. Drink water.

Stay hydrated- don't just wait until you're thirsty. Try to avoid alcoholic beverages because they can cause dehydration.

2. Use air conditioning.

It's the best kind of breeze when you're indoors. If you don't have a unit at home or the power is out, make sure you go to an air-conditioned building.It's the best kind of breeze when you're indoors. If you don't have a unit at home or the power is out, make sure you go to an air-conditioned building.

3. Regulate your electricity use.

Avoid using electronics or appliances that can make you feel hotter inside- like the oven, dryer, or some lights.

4. Don’t just rely on fans to keep you cool.

Fans alone usually cannot protect against heat-related illnesses.

5. Wear loose clothes.

Wearing clothing made out of cotton is great because it's thin and you can feel the breeze. Try to wear lightweight and light-colored clothes when going out.

6. Limit your physical activity.

Don't overexert yourself outside. Doing so can cause headaches, sweating, exhaustion, muscle cramps, dizziness and fainting, and even a heat stroke. Heat strokes can be life-threatening and can come quickly.

7. Stay in the shade.

The shade will help you feel cool when the sun is beaming on you all day long.

8. Take a bath or shower.

Bathing will help you feel cooler and refreshed.

9. Go swimming.

Cooling off in a pool will allow you to stay outside longer- just don't forget to bring sunscreen.

10. Eat light foods.

Foods in high water content include fruits, salads, and soups.

11. Eat ice cream or popsicles.

Never miss an opportunity to indulge in a sweet treat. Hurry, before it melts.

"Summer means happy times and good sunshine." - Brian Wilson

12 Midnight NYE: Fun Ideas!

This isn't just for the single Pringles out there either, folks

SUNY New Paltz

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When the clock strikes twelve midnight on New Year's Eve, do you ever find yourself lost regarding what to do during that big moment? It's a very important moment. It is the first moment of the New Year, doesn't it seem like you should be doing something grand, something meaningful, something spontaneous? Sure, many decide to spend the moment on the lips of another, but what good is that? Take a look at these other suggestions on how to ring in the New Year that are much more spectacular and exciting than a simple little kiss.

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Things I Am Actually Going To Do This Semester

Or at least try to do.

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New year, new semester, not the same old thing. This semester will be a semester to redeem all the mistakes made in the previous five months.

1. I will wake up (sorta) on time for class.

Let's face it, last semester you woke up with enough time to brush your teeth and get to class and even then you were about 10 minutes late and rollin' in with some pretty unfortunate bed head. This semester we will set our alarms, wake up with time to get ready, and get to class on time!

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The 5 Painfully True Stages Of Camping Out At The Library

For those long nights that turn into mornings when the struggle is real.

Southwestern University

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And so it begins.

1. Walk in motivated and ready to rock

Camping out at the library is not for the faint of heart. You need to go in as a warrior. You usually have brought supplies (laptop, chargers, and textbooks) and sustenance (water, snacks, and blanket/sweatpants) since the battle will be for an undetermined length of time. Perhaps it is one assignment or perhaps it's four. You are motivated and prepared; you don’t doubt the assignment(s) will take time, but you know it couldn’t be that long.

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The 14 Stages Of The Last Week Of Class

You need sleep, but also have 13 things due in the span of 4 days.

Michigan State University

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December... it's full of finals, due dates, Mariah Carey, and the holidays. It's the worst time of the year, but the best because after finals, you get to not think about classes for a month and catch up on all the sleep you lost throughout the semester. But what's worse than finals week is the last week of classes, when all the due dates you've put off can no longer be put off anymore.

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11 Ways To Beat The Summer Heat

Don't sweat it.

In This Article:

1. Drink water.

2. Use air conditioning.

3. Regulate your electricity use.

4. Don’t just rely on fans to keep you cool.

5. Wear loose clothes.

6. Limit your physical activity.

7. Stay in the shade.

8. Take a bath or shower.

9. Go swimming.

10. Eat light foods.

11. Eat ice cream or popsicles.

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This isn't just for the single Pringles out there either, folks

Run Around Clanging Pots and Pans in Everyone's Face

Eat the Last Few Pigs in a Blanket

Pop Twelve White Grapes

Burn Something

Smash Things Against a Wall

Spontaneously Begin an Irish Jig

Call Your Mother

Throw a Coffee Table Out a Window

Sing "Auld Lang Syne" at the Top of Your Lungs

Do Some Squats

Swan Dive into a Nearly Freezing Body of Water

Take a Shot

Time to be merry and bright.

"First Noel" by Leslie Odom, Jr

"A Holly Jolly Christmas" by Burl Ives

"Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" by Kelly Clarkson

"All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey

"Christmas (Baby Please Come Home" by Michael Buble

"Last Christmas" by Taylor Swift

"The Christmas Song" by Josh Groban

"White Christmas" by Idina Menzel

"O Holy Night" by David Archuleta

"Believe" by Josh Groban

"Les cloches du hameau" by Celine Dion

Or at least try to do.

1. I will wake up (sorta) on time for class.

2. I will look decent for class.

3. I will go to the gym more.

4. I will go to the library and study more.

5. I will meet new people.

For those long nights that turn into mornings when the struggle is real.

1. Walk in motivated and ready to rock

2. Disappointed you let it get this bad

3. Distracted: When a 10-Minute Break Becomes an Hour

4. When the Yearning for Sleep Sneaks Up

5. In the words of Lorelai Gilmore "Coffee, Coffee, Coffee"

Oh, so done.

You need sleep, but also have 13 things due in the span of 4 days.

1. When it's December 1 and you have seven things due, three exams, and haven't slept in three days.

2. So you stress.

3. And cry.

4. Then call your mom to cry some more.

5. After the pep talk, you feel determined to get everything done.

6. But, now you're tired.

7. And really hungry.

8. Suddenly, it's 2 a.m. and you have only written three sentences and your paper is due in the morning.

9. You've made it to Friday... somehow.

10. Then Sunday hits and you find yourself back at the Lib.

11. So you cry some more.

12. But, you fight through the tears to get everything done because you're determined.

13. In the end, you feel on top of the world because you made it through the last week of class alive.

14. But, now it's finals week so good luck.

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