How to stay COOL IN THE HEAT

Melting? Our expert tips will help keep you comfortable

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From sleepless nights to managing menopausal flushes, when temperatures soar it can spell trouble for our body and mind.

So, it's no surprise that just 18%* of Brits say they thrive in the heat. Think you know the best ways to cool down? Test yourself and get our expert advice on how to stay healthy when it's hotter - whether you're basking at home or heading off on holiday.

The quiz

Circle the answer that you think is correct.

1 What’s the best type of food to cool you down?

A Ice cream

B Spicy curries

C Fruit and salads

2 Which bedding fabric is best for summer use?

A Cotton

B Linen

C Silk

3 Do tea and coffee count towards daily fluid intake?

A Yes

B No

C Not sure

4 What will help a menopausal hot flush in humidity?

A Deep breathing

B A cup of tea

C Acupressure

5 Which of these will instantly cool you down?

A Sucking on an ice cube

B Running wrists under cold water

C Standing in front of an open fridge

6 What can help cool your house when it's humid?

A Shutting all the windows

B Placing ice in front of a fan

C Turning off all of your electrical appliances

7 When showering, how warm should your water be?

A Hot - to properly wash away sweat