More or less protein? The foods to get you through a heatwave

• Key Takeaways for Clinical Practice
• Dietary choices significantly impact thermoregulation during heatwaves; recommend patients prioritise hydrating foods and beverages over traditional hot meals to maintain fluid balance and core body temperature
• Advise patients to reduce protein intake during extreme heat as it increases metabolic heat production; lighter meals with higher water content are better tolerated and reduce thermoregulatory burden
• Educate patients that appropriate nutrition during heatwaves aids heat adaptation and reduces risk of heat-related illness, particularly in vulnerable populations (elderly, chronic disease, medications affecting thermoregulation)

When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat.

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