Hot weather safety, eating in hot weather tips and no-cook recipes

Hot Weather Nutrition| No- Cook Recipes| Heat Wave Safety Tips | Summer Safety Resources Many parts of the country are in a heat wave, the National Weather Service and the CDC is providing heat wave safety information,  maps and recommendations to reduce fatalities.

We are sharing some links to useful information for heat wave safety and also suggestions for types of food for hot weather, guidelines for eating in hot weather and some new recipes to keep you healthy and help you and the kids cool off!

Here's some doctor recommended food and nutrition tips for hot weather:

Eat light and often stay hydrated replace water we lose when sweating Reduce high sugar food or drinks as they increase risk of dehydration Stock up on fruits and veggies for nutrients and water content (high water content foods such as; tomato, lettuce, watermelon) Avoid high-fat, processed foods Get healthy fats from seeds, nuts and avocado

Watch the video or go to ABC Local for the video and more details:

Great recipes and no-cook food ideas for hot summer days:

Whole Foods Recipes to Cool Off - Smoothies, Salads, Dips, Slaws, Chilled Soup, Bean Dishes

Greek Salad Pocket Recipe, Summer Tomato Sandwich,Watermelon Gazpachon via Meatless Monday

Cucumber Watermelon Soup, Cucumber and Cream Cheese Sandwich via Oprah.com

Strawberry Ricotta Cone via Plan It Healthier

Top 10 Frozen Foods for a Hot Summer Day by Super Kids Nutrition

Rainbow Power Smoothie and Popsicles

From our recipe archive- Nourish Interactive Recipes

Bean and Vegetable Salad with Lime Dressing

Very Berry Smoothie, Blueberry Brainac Smoothie, Fruit Kabobs,

Veggie Dip

Healthy Summer Snacks for kids

Other no-cook food and snack ideas include: Tuna Salad( add mashed chick peas or celery) Peanut butter and apple or banana sandwich, mixed green salad with smoked salmon, turkey wrap with lettuce and cream cheese or avocado, egg salad sandwich (or sliced boiled eggs )on a salad, tomato and feta cheese sandwich, fruit salad with cottage cheese, crackers and cheese with grapes, hummus and veggie wrap, veggie platter and dip.

* Time saver tip- Use any fruit you may have on hand for a creative fruity popsicle surprise. First wash fresh fruit ( or you can use canned or frozen) put fruit in the blender with a little bit of yogurt or ice cream, add some flax or rice bran and ice - blend and pour into popsicle trays or ice cube trays with sticks.

Share your favorite no cook summer recipes by leaving a comment or link below!

Hot Weather Safety Guidelines- seek out shade, stay hydrated, use caution when being active outdoors,  use air conditioner or fans, try a cool spray bottle to spritz or a cool wash cloth to stay cool!

From the National Weather Service says:  heat is the number one weather-related killer in the United States. Persons of all ages are susceptible to heat-related illness and life-threatening conditions, but infants and small children and elderly persons are often at higher risk.

Actions that help in avoiding heat related health issues include drinking plenty of water, staying out of the sun and remaining in an air-conditioned location whenever possible. Those without air conditioning are encouraged to seek cool locations such as indoor shopping malls, libraries and public buildings that are not restricted.

Hot Weather Safety Tips from CDC includes:

• Drink plenty of fluids
• Replace salt and minerals
• Wear appropriate clothing and sunscreen
• Schedule outdoor activities carefully and pace yourself
• Stay cool indoors, use a buddy system
• Monitor those at high risk (infants, children, elderly, disabled, those with illnesses)
• Don't leave children in cars ( or pets) Get details and information on heat stroke and more at CDC

Helpful Tips and Resources for staying safe and healthy in the hot weather

Keep your kids hydrated and reduce high sugar beverages from our newsletter Nourish Healthy Kids!

Here's some very good tips to keep your pets safe in the hot weather via Pragmatic Mom

Sun and Water Safety for Kids – from the American Academy of Pediatrics

Sun Safety Tips by Healthy Child

Video how to protect your child’s skin from the sun- by Parent Dish

Summer Safety Hydration and Heat Stroke by Naturally Savvy

Pool Safety Guidelines and Splish Splash and online game for kids about pool safety

From our website Nourish Interactive:

If you are staying indoors with the kids, you may want to visit our website- we have tips, tools, printables and games (teachers and parents learn about our games). Kids learn about nutrition and associate eating well and being healthy with fun! That's why our website is 'The Fun Way to Learn About Nutrition'.

Print our Healthy Kids’ Summer Kit- Fun pages, puzzles and daily tip calendars that encourage being active and eating healthy all summer! Spanish version

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