There is no doubt that summer is here, and in some parts it's sizzling hot. Many areas will experience temperatures of over 100 degrees with night lows in the high 90s to 100. This is the time to be very aggressive about hydration and protection from hot weather.
Cooling ideas:
Cooling ideas:
- Frozen Otter Pops, Popsicles
- Slushies prepared with shaved ice in the blender; hydration powdered beveraged used for flavoring (mix per package, place amount needed in blender, add chopped ice, blend).
- Snow Cones made in a small non-commercial snow cone machine or blender
- 8 oz. of ice water with every meal (breakfast, lunch and dinner) in addition to the other beverages served with meals.
- Caffeine is a diuretic, so limit caffeinated beverages, including iced tea.
- Sugary beverages do not quench thirst, so use as less sugar or sweetener.
- Use sugar-free beverages for all hydration programs; everyone can have them.
- Add a splash of club soda to iced beverages before serving for a special treat.
- Iced (decaf) coffee, black or with milk or cream is popular with many.
- 4 oz prepared decaffeinated coffee (make a little stronger than when serving hot). Sweeten with half package of artificial sweetener, pour over ice and top off with milk. Can also prepare with Enriched Milk to increase calories)
- Be especially mindful of pets, especially dogs and cats don't sweat, and sweat is what cools us off. Keep them sheltered and have fresh water bowls available. If they run outside hose them off to provide cool down opportunities.
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