The sun is shining, the days are long, and the UK is ready to embrace summer! While we all love getting out and enjoying the warmer weather, it’s also essential to remember a few key health tips to ensure you stay feeling your best. KIMS Hospital, a leading private hospital dedicated to patient well-being, has teamed up with medical professionals and private GPs to bring you essential advice for a happy and healthy summer.
Your Go-To Guide for Summer Wellness
KIMS Hospital’s experts have broken down their advice into easy-to-follow categories:
Sun Smart: Protect Your Skin!
We all love that summer glow, but excessive sun exposure can be harmful. Protecting your skin is super important!
- Sunscreen, Always! This is the golden rule. Apply sunscreen with a high SPF every day, even on cloudy days. Reapply it every two hours, or more often if you’re swimming or sweating. Don’t forget those tricky spots, such as your ears, neck, and the tops of your feet!
- Seek Shade: The sun’s strongest between 10 AM and 4 PM. Try to plan your outdoor fun outside of these hours.
- Dress for Success: Hats, sunglasses, and loose, long-sleeved clothes are your summer best friends. Linen trousers provide excellent protection.
- Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay comfortable and safe in the sun.
- Gentle Exfoliation: Sweating more in summer can clog pores. Gently exfoliate your skin regularly to keep it fresh.
- Soothe Sun-Kissed Skin: If you’ve been exposed to too much sun, aloe vera or a soothing moisturiser can help calm your skin.
Move Your Body: Exercise Smart in the Heat!
Staying active is fantastic, but remember to adjust your routine when the weather is hot.
- Pick Your Time: Avoid intense outdoor workouts during the hottest parts of the day. Early mornings or late afternoons are perfect for a run or walk.
- Listen to Your Body: Don’t push yourself too hard in the heat. If you feel dizzy, sick, or very weak, stop immediately.
- Drink Up (Again!): Water is key before, during, and after exercise. For longer or more intense workouts, try drinks with electrolytes.
- Head Indoors: If it’s too hot outside, consider hitting the gym, taking a fitness class, or even working out at home!
Feel Good: Boost Your Confidence!
Summer is wonderful, but it can also bring out insecurities. KIMS Hospital has holistic tips to help you feel amazing inside and out.
- Health Over Looks: Focus on feeling healthy, not just looking “perfect.” Eating well and exercising regularly will make you feel great.
- Sleep Well: Getting 7-9 hours of quality sleep can significantly boost your mood and confidence, enhancing focus and reducing stress.
- Be Kind to Yourself: Take a moment to appreciate the good things, no matter how small. You do amazing things every day, so be present and grateful for them.
- Get Active & Have Fun: Swim, walk, dance, or garden – find something you enjoy that gets you away from screens. Being active is so rewarding!
Summer is a time for making memories and having fun. By following these expert tips from KIMS Hospital, you can ensure it’s also a season of vibrant health, radiant skin, and inner confidence. Here’s to a healthy, happy you!
