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Summer in Bangladesh means the time for mangoes, lychee, watermelons and a whole range of other juicy and yummy seasonal fruits. But it also means a hot and humid weather, when simply going outdoors with the scorching sun glaring at you can become torture itself! But we have little options left given the fact that, like it or not, universities and colleges continue operating full-throttle in the long and excruciating summer! So here are some tips on how to keep yourself cool in this hot and humid summer:
1. Drink lots of water
Drink as much water and juice as you can possibly afford to, because the extreme heat is likely to take all the water away from you when you have to take a walk from some place to other. So, unless if you want to get yourself dehydrated, drink a lot of water and try carrying a bottle of water with you so that you can quench your thirst wherever and whenever you need to.
2. Wear light-coloured clothes:
Ok, so you have a range of cool black T-shirts, which you want to show off more often than not. But wait a minute, would you still continue wearing them knowing that dark and dull materials (and yes, black is the darkest possible colour) absorb heat much more than their light-coloured counterparts? I guess not. Choose white and other light-coloured cotton materials for your summer clothes unless if you want to turn yourself into a steam oven!
3. Let your feet breathe
Just like you crave for more wind and air with the hot summer air blowing, your feet too deserve to breathe rather than being stuck in a pair of tight, leather shoes all day long! For people who have an option to choose flip-flops and sandal-shoes over formal shoes, please do so in the summer, unless if you want to see your beloved feet in utter distress.
4. Protect your eyes
Protecting your eyes against the harmful UV-rays is a must and this is where the sunglass comes in. Wear one whenever you have to go outdoors during the daytime.
5. Protect your head
There’s absolutely no benefit exposing your precious head to the glaring rays of the blazing sun. Use an umbrella if possible or at least a wide-brimmed hat or a cap at that.
Hmm…now go out and enjoy whatever summer has to offer for you. Stay safe and stay cool!
