The Silent Killer Lurking in This Summer’s Heat Wave - AI Podcast

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• Heat domes are large areas of intense high pressure that trap hot air and humidity, creating dangerous temperatures reaching 105 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit with health risks for vulnerable populations
• Proper hydration is crucial for sweating effectively; drink half your body weight in ounces of water daily during heat waves, adding electrolytes if sweating heavily
• Arteriovenous anastomoses (AVAs) in your hands, feet, and face act as natural radiators, flooding blood to your skin’s surface to help cool your body during overheating
• Linoleic acid (LA) from processed foods increases skin cancer risk when exposed to sunlight; replace with C15:0 from grass fed dairy to reduce oxidative damage
• Emergency signs include confusion or collapse indicating core temperature above 104 degrees Fahrenheit; call 911 immediately and cool with fans, wet towels on wrists and forehead