Frozen disposable water bottles, carry them with and hold them against inner elbow, or if you're alone, under your arm, beneath or between your boobs, or along the groin (like on the front of your hip, not actually against your bits!). You can sip at the water as it melts, too. My grandma taught me this 30 years ago and I swear it's still the best, most lifesaving hack anyone has ever taught me.
Also, sitting still whenever possible. I struggle with this because once I sit all the heat symptoms hit me, and I notice them so much more, so I feel like I have to get up and do something to fix it -- but if I can just get myself to sit still for a while, my body gets more used to the symptoms and cools down.
Not going in and out of AC and heat frequently -- the temperature shifts make my already poor temperature regulation worse.
Also, sandals. We can shed a lot of heat through our feet! And comfy cotton bike shorts under flowy skirts. Performance underwear, with moisture wicking fabrics.
These are great ideas, thank you! I’ve started wearing nothing but dresses when I’m not at work (uniform requires pants) and that has been a good start for me too.
There are ice vests and ice neck packs. I use my daughter's polar products neck wrap and it keeps my heart rate down during warm walks. I don't go when it's over 85 though.
I have the therma apparel ice vest which is nice because it also gives compression to the stomach area. The downside is the ice packs are difficult to get into the vest. I think I'll look into the zippered vests because they have pouches to keep the ice in so you can just drop them in.
Before heading out I'll try to drink two cups iced electrolyte water and if I don't my heart rate is much higher.
The Kafka Kool Tie works wonders in the heat. Soak it in cold water for at least 15 minutes and it will keep you cool. Plus you can get it wet over and over. There are absorbent beads inside that grow bigger in water and stay big all day. I just discovered them.
https://kooltie.com
Cooling vests! In high humidity evaporative cooling doesn't work well, so the actual ice ones are probably your best bet.
Also this might seem weird, but a [cooling mat](https://www.thegreenpetshop.com/products/cool-pet-pad) is really nice if you ever lay on the floor. It's technically for dogs but...
These two are literally saving grace! https://amzn.to/4eKWxQA
The neck fan is 50% off right now
https://amzn.to/4eDb4xL
Also electrolytes and carrying around a Stanley or something that stays cool. My friends make fun of me because I bring my Stanley everywhere but I have to in this Texas heat!!
There are several to choose from and keep in mind if you’re sensitive to increased sugar. Some are loaded with sugar (not just flavor). Some people need sugar or even a little caffeine so it depends on your specific physiology. LMNT and Normalyte seem to be really good choices because of the ratios of electrolytes in them for dysautonomia (not just athletic recovery).
Frozen disposable water bottles, carry them with and hold them against inner elbow, or if you're alone, under your arm, beneath or between your boobs, or along the groin (like on the front of your hip, not actually against your bits!). You can sip at the water as it melts, too. My grandma taught me this 30 years ago and I swear it's still the best, most lifesaving hack anyone has ever taught me. Also, sitting still whenever possible. I struggle with this because once I sit all the heat symptoms hit me, and I notice them so much more, so I feel like I have to get up and do something to fix it -- but if I can just get myself to sit still for a while, my body gets more used to the symptoms and cools down. Not going in and out of AC and heat frequently -- the temperature shifts make my already poor temperature regulation worse. Also, sandals. We can shed a lot of heat through our feet! And comfy cotton bike shorts under flowy skirts. Performance underwear, with moisture wicking fabrics.
These are great ideas, thank you! I’ve started wearing nothing but dresses when I’m not at work (uniform requires pants) and that has been a good start for me too.
There are ice vests and ice neck packs. I use my daughter's polar products neck wrap and it keeps my heart rate down during warm walks. I don't go when it's over 85 though. I have the therma apparel ice vest which is nice because it also gives compression to the stomach area. The downside is the ice packs are difficult to get into the vest. I think I'll look into the zippered vests because they have pouches to keep the ice in so you can just drop them in. Before heading out I'll try to drink two cups iced electrolyte water and if I don't my heart rate is much higher.
Thank you! I haven’t tried any of the ice packs like that but I’m wondering if it would be helpful for me while I’m outside. Good idea!
Aluminum foil on cardboard or reflectix insulation in windows, especially those that face the south and the east.
Thank you! We installed a window AC unit in my bedroom today but I’m going to try this on all of our other windows.
The Kafka Kool Tie works wonders in the heat. Soak it in cold water for at least 15 minutes and it will keep you cool. Plus you can get it wet over and over. There are absorbent beads inside that grow bigger in water and stay big all day. I just discovered them. https://kooltie.com
Much more socially acceptable than the kitchen towel I used last week! 😂 I didn’t even care what people thought it was 🔥
Thank you for sharing this link!
this fan saves my life https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08911JGGW
I agree! This fan has been amazing!
Cooling vests! In high humidity evaporative cooling doesn't work well, so the actual ice ones are probably your best bet. Also this might seem weird, but a [cooling mat](https://www.thegreenpetshop.com/products/cool-pet-pad) is really nice if you ever lay on the floor. It's technically for dogs but...
That mat sounds fantastic
Cooling vest or scarf, frozen water bottles, all water bottles have electrolytes in them, stay in the AC.
These two are literally saving grace! https://amzn.to/4eKWxQA The neck fan is 50% off right now https://amzn.to/4eDb4xL Also electrolytes and carrying around a Stanley or something that stays cool. My friends make fun of me because I bring my Stanley everywhere but I have to in this Texas heat!!
I do the same thing! I haven’t tried any electrolyte drinks yet but I’m looking to start.
There are several to choose from and keep in mind if you’re sensitive to increased sugar. Some are loaded with sugar (not just flavor). Some people need sugar or even a little caffeine so it depends on your specific physiology. LMNT and Normalyte seem to be really good choices because of the ratios of electrolytes in them for dysautonomia (not just athletic recovery).