Tips and Tricks

Fun ways to Beat the Summer Heat

DIY AC Time

No AC, no problem! All you need is a regular fan, a bowl and some ice. Firstly, place the ice in the bowl. Secondly, place the bowl in front of your fan. Finally, turn on the fan – voila! The ice is melting and the fan is picking up the evaporating cold air and sending it around the room. Just remember to stack up on ice and refill the bowl. AC who?

Freeze your smoothies

Can you think of a yummier way to cool down than eating a cold delicious treat? There are plenty of sweet frozen goodies to indulge in. Berries and other fruits are both nutritious and delicious. Moreover, freeze your smoothies or juices for a healthy snack you can always have on hand!

Sleep

like an Egyptian

Ancient Egyptians were ahead of their time in many things, including sleep techniques. To cool themselves off, they would soak their blankets in cold water before bed. You can improve on this method by pointing a fan at yourself while you sleep The water from the damp towel or sheet lying on top of you will evaporate and cool you off in the process. Additionally, you can put a dry towel under you to avoid soaking the bed.

Start a water fight

Cooling off while having fun? Count me in! Prepare your water guns and water balloons, hide your electronic devices and pick an opponent.

Eat light

There’s a good reason a salad is so popular when it is hot. You don’t have to heat up the house. Make a salad bar and let everyone make their own salads.

Keep your (feet)

Cool

Go barefoot. The sweat on your feet evaporates easier, cooling you down in the process. Another great idea is to treat yourself to an ice bath for your feet. This is especially helpful if you had a long hot day of walking or standing around. mind into cooling us down Dig up old family photos and reminisce about the good old days when you were freezing.

Make your own Mister

Take an old garden hose, poke holes with a ¼” drill (only drill through one side of the hose), attach a hose cap and then string the hose above where you will be sitting in the yard or on your deck.