Summer Tips for a Good Health

Dr. Purva Joshi

The introduction of the medical vaccine against corona is a crucial milestone in the fight against corona; the vaccine being safe and efficacious, everyone should intend to get vaccinated as their turn comes.

Along with following Covid appropriate behaviour, there are few things we should take care of in order to have and maintain good health as the summer approaches.

Adequate hydration of the body is essential to have an optimal level of metabolism. Nutritious food with physical exercise and a healthy lifestyle are key towards a healthy being.

Here are a few tips which we can try out to keep fit.

1) Drinking ample amounts of water- drinking safe and healthy water is a good habit. Daily intake of 3-4 litres of water is a good practice. Fresh fruit juices, vegetable soups, and milkshakes may be added to pamper the taste buds. Try to avoid synthetic preservative – used liquids. Avoid consuming canned food.

2) Sunlight is a rich source of vitamin D which is essential for growth and development of skin and skeletal tissues including bones. Adequate exposure to sunlight (preferably morning hours) and protection from UV rays with use of sunscreen and aloe vera gel is a healthy mode.

3) For most, summer is coherent with mangoes. We can have mangoes in moderate amounts, as mangoes are a rich source of vitamin A. Also, keep in mind to balance the diet by adding juicy fruits like oranges, melons, berries etc.

4) Having green leafy vegetables, salads, sprouts to compliment the full course meal which should include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in optimal amounts. Avoid eating raw/uncooked food.

5) Having adequate amount of micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) which are essential to boost up the immunity

5) Having adequate sleep and maintaining personal hygiene.

6) Use of air conditioners, coolers, and other cooling devices only when required and to switch off devices when not required, in order to save electricity and aid in conserving natural resources through which we can contribute towards preserving mother nature.

Dr. Purva Joshi is a Public Health Specialist and Drug Safety Physician at IQVIA, Thane.