I live in the UK, but our summers are getting hotter, and I’m struggling with profuse sweating and mild dehydration.

If you are or were a student in Australia, Mexico, southern USA, Spain, Portugal, Greece, South Africa, or any other hot parts of the world, how do/did you stay cool during the day?

Note: I am familiar with the idea of a siesta; this is not an option.

If the solution is clothing, I don’t really care about gendered clothing. If it fits and looks good, it’s fine.

Thanks!

EDIT: For context, I am a student who is specifically having trouble during the school day, so AC systems and curtains aren’t viable either. It’s really clothing and strategy that I need to think about.

  • @megsmagik@feddit.itEnglish
    4•1 year ago

    Pretty much what other users said:

    • remember to drink (water is the best but if you feel fatigued from the heat there are supplements that you can add to the water, ask your pharmacist)
    • natural fibers clothes like cotton or linen are better that synthetic ones
    • you can even buy a little fan to put on your desk, they’re powered through a usb so you don’t need a socket, just your pc
    • if you’re outside in the sun don’t forget a hat
    • eat a lot of fruit and vegetables, they’re fresh and have all the good vitamins and plenty of water Hope this helps! From the sunny Italy