Are you going to complement your day at the beach with a Madonna show? See tips on how to take care of yourself to enjoy the presentation without any scares

Singer Madonna arrived in Rio last Monday, to the delight of a legion of fans. The city opens its doors to tourists — who come from municipalities in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian states and other countries. And even the heat wave, which began last week in the center of Brazil, arrived in the city and is not expected to go away before the 10th. Saturday, the day of the pop diva’s show on Copacabana Beach, will be very sunny and hot weather, with a maximum forecast of 37 degrees. Spending the day at the beach, combining sea bathing with the show, can be tempting, however, it requires health care, especially with hydration and exposure to the sun.

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One of the precautions is to pay attention to the body’s signals. Dry mouth and the feeling of thirst are characteristics that indicate that the body is already alert to low hydration. Drinking water, sometimes using natural fruit juices and coconut water, should be a habit maintained throughout the day. Consuming a glass of water at regular intervals, such as every 40 minutes to 1 hour, maintains hydration, highlights nutritionist Maria Clara Pinheiro. Attention should also be paid to actions that can help dehydrate, such as drinking alcoholic beverages.

— It’s important to try to stay hydrated even if you don’t feel thirsty. Drink water at regular intervals, whether exposed to heat or not. Avoiding excessive alcohol consumption is also important. Many people think they quench their thirst with beer. And it actually dehydrates. It is necessary to moderate. Not necessarily stop drinking, but alternate doses of alcoholic beverages with a bottle of water, which will keep the person hydrated — says the nutritionist.

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One of the tips is to always have a bottle on hand, so you don’t “forget” to drink water, avoiding short-term hydration, especially in difficult-to-access environments. Amidst the sand and the sound of the pop diva’s hits, finding a street vendor selling water may not be an easy task. If you plan to already have a bottle in your bag, you avoid this inconvenience.

For those who want to marathon on the beach, it’s a good idea to pay attention to your food consumption. Water-rich options are lightweight, reinforcing alternatives. Snacks rich in sodium, such as cookies and other processed foods, can accelerate dehydration.

— Foods rich in water, such as fruits, including watermelon, melon and orange, can be, for example, a snack option. Always preferring more watery fruits. Ideally, you shouldn’t start off by jumping off the starting line, drinking alcohol from the start. And yes, prioritize coconut water, juice, popsicles, water, and save alcoholic drinks closer to the show. This without forgetting to eat. It’s important to organize yourself — warns Maria Clara Pinheiro.

In hot periods, in particular, you need to pay more attention to children and the elderly who tend to drink less water. One of the actions to review this is to constantly offer the drink, at regular intervals. To find out the minimum amount to be consumed, nutritionist Maria Clara Pinheiro recommends a simple calculation, also carried out with her patients in the offices where she works, in Leblon and Barra da Tijuca.

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— Our recommended water intake is 35 ml per kilo. For example, a person weighing 70kg should consume 2.45 liters per day. A lighter person will drink less, just as a heavier person should drink more. This calculation is for a normal day. In very hot weather, you need to consume a little more. This is the minimum cut-off, but the ideal is to consume more than that — he emphasizes.

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Skin care

The beautiful landscape of Princesinha do Mar can enchant, and the strong sun can make the landscape even attractive. Being in a world-renowned postcard can be irresistible, but it requires care to make the most of the trip. In addition to paying attention to hydration and nutrition, protecting yourself from ultraviolet (UV) radiation is essential. Sunscreen is your main ally, and can be reinforced with hats, glasses and blouses with UV protection and light fabrics.

Paying attention to the time with the highest incidence of UV radiation — from 10 am to 4 pm — is also important, and direct exposure should be avoided.

— In Brazil we have a large amount of ultraviolet radiation throughout the year. It is necessary to take basic care, such as the use of sunscreen, especially for those who go to the beach and are exposed. You should be more careful and may stay under an umbrella. For those who have difficulty reapplying sunscreen, such as children, clothing with UV protection, such as hats, blouses and shorts, can be added to be more protected and have fewer areas to need to apply — says dermatologist Clarissa from Hora, from the Primum Medical Education Group.

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The interval between reapplications of sunscreen is essential, especially when there is a lot of sweat and swimming in the sea or swimming pool. Even the most resistant ones must be reapplied. The item, highlights the dermatologist, is suitable for all skin types, including those with more pigmentation, such as black skin.

— Of course we need the sun, vitamin D. However, excessive sun is harmful to the skin, causes spots, aging, and can worsen several dermatological diseases, and is also the main environmental risk factor for skin cancer. Of course, there is a genetic factor, which is important in these patients, but genetics cannot be modified, but environmental factors can be modified. So, excess, being directly in the sun, sunburn greatly increase the risk of skin cancer. As it is a preventable factor, we will avoid being exposed to excess — emphasizes the dermatologist.