We spend most of the year complaining that Britain is too cold and wet but gripe （抱怨） with just as much enthusiasm about the heat.Although moaning about the weather is satisfying，it's better to take action and cool yourself down.You need to take extra care in the UK when temperatures hit 24℃.
Being too hot makes you unwell and can even kill you. People over 65，under five，pregnant women，those with medical conditions（such as heart disease and mental health conditions） and those who work outside need extra protection in hot weather.
Research shows that putting your feet in cold water is a good way to reduce core body temperature and keep your organs working.It will also help reduce swelling in your ankles and feet.
However，don't attempt to fully soak in freezing cold water as cold shock can be dangerous.In drought conditions，remember to conserve water and just concentrate on cooling either your feet，hands or neck and face，which will also be effective.
It is important to stay hydrated （补充水分） and refill the minerals we lose when we sweat.On average in very hot conditions we sweat 3-4 litres per hour and up to 10 litres a day，the same as 40 cups of tea.For a short amount of time，hot drinks raise your core body temperature.But it induces sweating，which then lowers your temperature.Cold and ice drinks do cool you down too.It's thought hot drinks might be slightly more effective than cold.
Another way to beat the heat is wild swimming. Slowly submerge （淹没） your body in the water，understand the limits of your swimming ability and know the rules about where it is safe to swim，because many people drown in hot weather.
A.But be aware of cold shock. B.Some people are more fragile to heat. C.You will definitely be ill with the icy drinks. D.Whatever the temperature is，drink lots of fluid. E.Heatwaves can leave you desperate to cool down. F.This is when heat illness and deaths start increasing. G.Moreover，having a shower or bath will cool you down faster. |
