Mentai-ju News vol.6

Something to be careful of this season is "summer fatigue." People tend to get sick from exhaustion due to the heat or from nutritional deficiencies caused by loss of appetite, but the causes of this are apparently on the rise in modern times.
This time, we will introduce you to "modern summer fatigue" and how to deal with it.

<Major causes>
・Autonomic nervous system disorders due to temperature differences
If there is a large temperature difference between an air-conditioned room and the outside temperature, your body will not be able to regulate its temperature properly, your autonomic nervous system will not function properly, and you will be more susceptible to falling ill.
- Lack of water and minerals in the body
Sweating causes a loss of water and minerals from the body, leading to dehydration and an imbalance of electrolytes in the body, disrupting the body's normal functions.
- Nutritional deficiencies due to loss of appetite
An unbalanced diet can lead to a lack of protein and vitamins. Also, when tropical nights continue, it's hard to fall asleep and you can't fully recover, which can make you more susceptible to summer fatigue.

＜Recommended methods to prevent summer fatigue＞
・Review your lifestyle habits
Moderate exercise to build up your stamina and quality sleep to restore your strength will help prevent summer fatigue.
・Hydration
If you don't drink enough water, your blood will become viscous and your blood flow will be poor. Drinking water frequently and consuming it with a small amount of salt and carbohydrates will help it penetrate into your body more easily.
Efficiently take in nutrients that tend to be lacking
The acetic acid and citric acid found in brewed vinegar, pickled plums, and lemons help break down fatigue-causing substances. They are also found in large amounts in pork, eel, liver, red fish, and shellfish.
B vitamins have the ability to metabolize carbohydrates taken in through meals and convert them into energy, and are said to be essential nutrients for recovering from fatigue.

When it comes to food to prevent summer fatigue in Fukuoka, it's "eel." In particular, "steamed eel" is famous in Yanagawa City, and in the hot season, people go river rafting to cool down and eat eel to regain their energy.
Many people visit the park to take care of their health. Summer is just beginning! Be sure to take care of your health and survive the hot summer!