In summers, people make many such small mistakes, which have a big impact on health. Drinking very cold water, drinking less water, going out in the sun without preparation, these mistakes don’t show immediate effects. But they can cause dehydration, fatigue, skin problems and digestive issues. Therefore, today we will talk about what mistakes people commonly make in summers and what to do to avoid them? Expert: Dr. Poonam Tiwari, Senior Dietician, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow Dr. Rohit Sharma, Consultant, Internal Medicine, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Jaipur Question- What mistakes do people make regarding food and drink in summers? Answer- People eat such foods to get instant relief from heat, which harm the body instead of benefiting it. See common mistakes related to food and drink in the graphic- What is the solution to this? In summers, eat light, fresh and water-rich food that is easily digestible and keeps body temperature balanced. Due to wrong eating habits- Question- What mistakes do people make regarding hydration in summers? Answer- The most common mistake is that people wait to feel thirsty before drinking water. See common mistakes related to hydration in the graphic- What is the solution to this? Proper hydration is essential to keep the body cool and energetic. Not just water, but taking liquids in the right way and at the right time is necessary. Take special care of some things- Question- What hygiene (cleanliness) related mistakes do people make in summers? Answer- In summers, small negligence related to hygiene becomes the cause of big problems. This increases the risk of infection and food poisoning. See common hygiene related mistakes in the graphic- What is the solution? The risk of infection is higher in summers, so maintain personal and food hygiene. Also take special care of some things- Question- What mistakes do people make when going out of the house in summers? Answer- Many times people go out in the sun without preparation. This can cause problems like heat stress, dehydration and dizziness. See common mistakes in the graphic- What is the solution to this? When going out in summers, it is necessary to protect the body from sun and hot wind. With proper preparation, heat stress and dehydration can be prevented. Keep some things in mind- Question- What mistakes do people make regarding clothing in summers? Answer- In summers, people wear such clothes due to fashion that increase body heat. See common mistakes related to clothing in summers in the graphic- What is the solution to this? The right clothes keep the body cool and comfortable. The choice of clothes should not be just according to fashion, but also according to the weather. Keep some things in mind- Question- What mistakes do people make during workout and physical activity in summers? Answer- It is necessary to make changes in workout routine during summers. Some people ignore this. This puts additional pressure on the body and increases the risk of dehydration or heat exhaustion. What is the solution? It is necessary to change the time and method of workout in summers. Therefore, take special care of some things- Question- What mistakes do people make regarding sleep and routine in summers? Answer- In summers, people are unable to maintain a balance in sleep and daily routine. This has a negative impact on the body’s recovery and energy levels. What is the solution to this? To help the body recover and maintain energy, it is essential to get adequate and good sleep. For this, take special care of some things- Question- What mistakes do people make regarding skin and sun protection in summers? Answer- In summers, people ignore basic skin care. This increases problems like tanning, sunburn and skin damage. What is the solution? In summers, skin gets damaged due to harsh sunlight. With proper care, tanning and damage can be prevented. Take special care of some things- Overall, adopting the right habits in summer is the prevention. Small precautions can save you from big problems.