Beat the Heat!!!!!

 

Oviedo, FL chiropractor-Dr. Ressler will provide you with nutritional tips and tricks to keep you healthy and hydrated this summer.

The months of June, July and August tend to have a higher heat index and can be brutal if you spend a lot of time outside. Keeping your body properly hydrated is especially important during these hot summer months.  Drinking fluids throughout the day will help to keep your body hydrated and regulate body temperature. Regulating your body temperature and avoiding dehydration lowers your risk of heat stroke. Symptoms of dehydration include, but are not limited to: headache, muscle cramps, dark yellow urine or lack of urination. Oviedo Injury and Wellness Center wants you to have an active and healthy Summer. Here are a few tips to keep you hydrated during your summer fun:

-Drinking water is the number one way to keep your body hydrated. Make sure to consume at least 64 ounces of water a day. Drink throughout the day to have a continues supply of fluids for your body. Once you are dehydrated it is too late and takes 1-2 days to recover.

-Avoiding alcohol and caffeine is a great way to steer clear of dehydration. This is because alcohol (beer, wine, liquor) and caffeinated drinks (coffee, tea, energy drinks) will actually remove water from your body.

-Do you have trouble drinking water on a regular basis? A great solution is to make sure you have water with you. Get a 16 oz bottle of water and carry it with you during the day. When you have water next to you, you will drink it. If you have to go look for it or walk around trying to find it, you won’t do it!! Just refill the bottle 2-3 times during the day.  This will help you to drink fluids throughout the day.

-Don’t like the taste of water? Try adding fruits such as strawberries, lemon, lime or blueberries to a bottle or glass of water. This will enhance the taste without the addition of large amounts of sugar found in juices.

-If you are going to participate in outdoor activities, try planning them during the early morning hours or after the peak hours of the sun. This will ensure you avoid any strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day.

Dr. Ressler, Oviedo chiropractor has studied nutrition as part of his chiropractic degree. He will provide you with nutritional tips and tricks to keep you healthy and hydrated during summer. If you are looking for a safe and effective way to treat pain, recover from auto accident injuries or to maintain optimal health-then Oviedo Injury and Wellness Center is the clinic for you! Dr. Ressler, Oviedo chiropractor is here to help you make nutritional changes that will improve your overall health and wellness. Nervous about getting an adjustment that involves twisting or snapping of the neck or low back? Dr. Ressler, chiropractor in Oviedo, FL, uses a special tool called an “Activator.” The activator is a spring-loaded device that corrects a misalignment of the exact vertebrae out of place. It does it gently and gets quick effective results.  Don’t spend another day in pain! Call 407-977-5005 and schedule your appointment today!