Heat stroke, or heat stroke, is a condition of overheating of the body that could lead to a serious medical emergency. Therefore, we must know how to identify its symptoms, what we should eat and how we can prevent it.
Heatstroke: When we go outside during the day, we feel a slap of hot air on our face and as a reminder, we know it’s summer rush hour. With the blazing sun and uncomfortably hot weather, a lot can happen inside and outside our bodies. According to the India Meteorological Department, some parts of India will face heat wave-like conditions for some time. During this time, heat stroke becomes a common health problem faced by many people. While it is usually mild, it should not be ignored and taken very seriously as heat stroke or heat stroke can become severe in some cases.
But how do we identify that someone is having heat stroke? If that happens, what to do in the situation? Finally, what to eat and what advice can we take to prevent an episode of heat stroke? These are some looming questions and something we all should know too. Don’t worry, here’s a mini guide to understanding heat stroke and how to prevent it.
Mini guide for the prevention of heat stroke
What is a heat stroke?
Heat stroke is also known as heat stroke. It is a heat-related condition that occurs when the body’s temperature control system becomes overloaded and cannot control the sharp increase in body temperature. It occurs due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures and improper cooling mechanisms. When the body temperature shoots above 40 degrees Celsius, a person is likely to have the condition.
Heat stroke or sunstroke as it is called, if not treated immediately, can cause severe brain damage and impair the functioning of internal organs as well.
Signs and symptoms of heat stroke
- fast heartbeat and shallow breathing is one of the first signs
- behavior changes such as feeling confused, disoriented, nauseated
- vomiting is another sign.
- Fainting it’s one of the first signs that you’re experiencing heat stroke when you’re out in the sun.
- Dehydration is one of the main factors. It is extremely important to consume a large amount of fluids.
- throbbing headaches
- lack of sweat – Sweat helps cool down your body temperature, but if your body can’t cool down naturally, that’s a sign you shouldn’t ignore.
Prevention and treatment of heat stroke
Nutritionist Anjali Mukherjee has suggested some tips to keep in mind during heat stroke.
- Keep hydrated: Drink at least 10-12 glasses or 2.5-3 liters of water
- Wear appropriate clothing: Loose-fitting but tight-knit light cotton clothing while working in the sun and allowing the body to breathe.
- Effortlessly outdoors: Don’t overexert yourself in the sun. Avoid going outside during heat wave-like conditions.
- Maintain a cool body temperature: Take cool baths to help lower body temperature.
What to eat and what not to eat?
Cucumbers, lettuce, mint, watermelon, pineapple, oranges, and sweet lime are all good foods to add to your diet. Low in sodium and calories, high in potassium, and packed with vitamins C, A, and antioxidants, these fresh, in-season fruits and vegetables are thirst-quenching and refreshing.
eat less hot food
Avoid red meat, fried foods, late dinners, coffee, alcohol, whole milk, cigarettes. Certain ingredients like cinnamon, garlic, pepper, dried fruits, and ghee should be used sparingly, while fresh ingredients like kokum, yogurt, and small raw mangoes are preferred.
Treatment
If someone suffers from heat stroke, seek medical help immediately. In the meantime, the immediate actions that must be taken are:
- Move the person to a cool, shady place out of the sun.
- Remove excess clothing allowing the body to cool down and breathe
- Shower the person with cold water.
- Drinking water
- Keep wet towels on your head
Stay hydrated, stay fit!
Published Date: May 28, 2023 11:01 AM IST
Updated Date: May 28, 2023 11:07 AM IST
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