The ability of the body to generate and release heat can be measured by body temperature. As such 98.4° is the normal temperature. But for adults it can go upto 99°.
The autonomous nervous system keep the body within , two to three degree to normal temperature. But when it rises above we are under heat stress.
There are a number of factors that contribute could be the food, the surroundings. Let’s take a look at the causes
Factors contributing to heat stress
Extreme weather
When you are exposed to extreme hot and humid weather, body heat rises. This could be prolonged exposure to sunlight or even physical exertion.
Tight clothing
When you wear tight fitted clothes, it traps moisture. Synthetic fibres when fitted tight make it difficult for skin to breathe.
Food consumption
Eating oily and fried foods which have more spice or foods rich in high protein contribute to heat stress.
Intense physical exertion
Active muscle and related blood circulation when working out can produce more heat.
Dehydration
Dehydration can prohibit the body’s ability to sweat which can lead to heat stress.
Medical conditions
Medical conditions like arthritis, leukaemia, hypothyroidism which makes body produce more thyroid could be some of the contributing factors.
Inflammatory illness
Having an inflammatory illness might spike up temperature indicating there is a problem within your body can cause fever.
How to reduce body heat
We know that the best way is to stay hydrated by drinking enough water to cool the body now. Let’s also take a look at the other ways to keep body cool.
Tender coconut water
Tender coconut water consumption is great to keep hydrated. The vitamins, minerals and electrolytes help in replenishing lost energy and help to rehydrate.
Peppermint tea
Due to high levels of menthol peppers tea helps to reduce body heat and provide cooling effect. Can be hd hot or cold. Consuming it hot will make body much hotter and sweat a lot and make body cool.
Cold foot soak
Dipping legs into cold water tub will help instantly reduce heat. Make sure the chillness iss tolerable. Also for an added cooling effect add few drops of peppermint oil.
Foods rich in water content
Watermelon,, strawberries and citrus fruits are rich in water content and help reduce body heat instantly. Cucumbers and cauliflowers can also be consumed with salads along with yoghurt dressing.
Appropriate dressing
Using loose fitted light colored clothing in breathable fabric help in less heat absorption. Always wear a hat and Sunscreen when you step out. Also don’t forget to take umbrella.
Aloe vera
This magic plant can help in cooling your body. Applying the gel helps to cool down and provide soothing effect. Consuming pure aloe vera gel with water or aloe vera juice also helps cool down.
Buttermilk
This wonder drink is everyone’s favourite during Summers. The probiotics and vitamins helps in restoring energy in body.
Fenugreek
Consuming overnight soaked Fenugreek seeds can hel lower body heat. You can also consume it in the form of Fenugreek tea.
These remedies can help you in lowering body heat. If the body still has heat stress even after these remedies consult a doctor. Do take it seriously as it can lead to heat stroke.
This blog post is part of the blog challenge ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla.’
That Madras Mom 
I suffer from extreme body heat. Thank you for these amazing ways to cool it down. I am going to try most of them.
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Summer heat is really bad and harmful. We cannot take it lightly. Keeping ourself hydrated and paying attention to our clothing and diet is must.
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I though fenugreek has a body heating properties. it is surprising to know that it has helped in body heat. all other tips sounds great and helped in reduce body heat indeed.
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Long time back I had body heat issue too. It used to break me out badly and also result in bloating. I controlled it with a diet change! This is a very informative post.
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Body heat is crazy, and especially it leads to another problem. The immediate way to reduce stomach heat is by having isabgol.
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I have the problem of high body heat. Normally in summers I follow the routine of drinking lots of water, coconut water and sabja seeds water. It helps me a little. I will try the cold water feet soaking as suggested in your article.
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This is the perfect post to help during this Delhi summer. Has given me a lot of ideas to help me cool down in this blistering heat. Thanks!
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I didn’t know fenugreek helps in reducing body heat. I thought otherwise. I consume a lot of watermelon and buttermilk for sure
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These are great tips. coconut water is great for dehydration. But you should always get the fever checked out, particularly at my age.
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Great information and much needed in this time of heat wave ..over the nation.
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Excellent tips, Sindhu. My feet are always on fire due to damaged nerves and a cold water soak works wonders. It is also important to stay hydrated in these horrid summer months.
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This is a very informative article. It is always best to have food consumption in moderation, rather than filling the stomach entirely.
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Coincidentally I’m just having some ice apples to cool my system. I love them during this time of the year. Yummy as well as cooling.
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Buttermilk is one of my favourite summer drink that I can’t miss a day without it. stay hydrated in summer is very important.
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You have listed doable tasks for reducing the heat wave effect. Keeping oneself hydrated is very important and with juices and coconut water, it is healthy option too. Watermelon is my favorite in this season for the same.
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That’s a useful list of things that help reducing body heat well articulated and curated to perfection.
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Due to medical conditions, I have body heat and it affects me too. Your suggestions are really going to help me out.
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Yes, I suffer too with extreme body heat, sudden hot flushes and discomfort. Your post is surely going to help me in more ways. I would just drink water, maybe I can try other remedies too. Thanks
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Few drops of Peppermint oil in a mug of water after bath also makes us feel better
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what a helpful post Sindhu. I am surprised to know that methi helps in reducing heat… I thought it was the opposite and that is why when we were kids our Granny used to tie a tiny pouch of methi seeds around our throats when we had cough.
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I really suffer a lot from body heat and glad you shared all these home remedies to get rid of it. Thanks a lot, I will share with friends too.
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Glad you highlighted Aloe and Butter milk, these are my summer must along with nimbu pani, coconut water and every thing fresh and fruity. Great post to keep heat at bay especially in this scorching heat.
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A much-needed article for me.
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I am the only one in my home who feels hot even in winters, this is the post I needed. I drink peppermint tea often and will give it a try to fenugreek water too now. Dipping feet in cold water definitely helps.
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This is awesome all these are really good to keep the boday heat in control, you can add Bel sharbat as well as Aam Panna to this list, they work pretty well.
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Useful tips to reduce body heat. Coconut water is my favourite one.
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What a timely and informative post!
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So glad to read the homely and out-of-the-kitchen ideas to deal with this situation. Hot flashes are also another reason to raise the body temperature for aging folks.
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Thank you for these recommendations buddy, these recommendations are really handy and useful in times of need
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These are very useful tips. I always suffer from extreme body heat and concluding dehydration. I always try to deal with this situation by having tender coconut water and fruits like watermelon, citrus fruits etc. You’ve shared some really useful tips. Thanks for sharing.
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Very helpful post dear. Because of the gloomy weather outside ,sometimes it is very irritating for body . Keeping body hydrated us the key.
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this is a very helpful post dear, Buttermilk is one of my best option from this list
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I’ve had a serious episode of boils due to increased body heat as a side-effect of antibiotics. The tips you’ve suggested are quite effective. Buttermilk works very well.
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We cannot ignore body heat… I have an excessive body heat problem. Thank you for these fantastic ways to keep cool. I intend to try the majority of them.
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Reading about cool foods itself gives me a feeling of cold. It is soothing rt. Especially buttermilk and all.
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I really suffer a lot from body heat and glad you shared all these home remedies to get rid of it. Thanks a lot, I will share with friends too.
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