10 Tricks for Beating Extreme Heat—Hot Summer Predicted for Canadians

Beating the heat will become essential for much of Canada this summer, with weather experts predicting warmer than normal temperatures and pervasive humidity. Weather Network senior meteorologist Doug Gillham is predicting above average temperatures and humidity throughout July and August in Ontario, the central Prairies, Quebec, and Atlantic Canada, making this summer the perfect time to learn some hacks to beat the heat. Here are 10 innovative ways to keep your cool that go beyond relying on your air conditioner. 1. Eat Your Water Staying hydrated is essential to staying healthy during the heat of summer. Drinking the recommended three eight-ounce glasses of water per hour during extreme heat can be downright difficult. But there is another easy way to add extra hydration to your day: eating water-dense foods. Foods like lettuce, celery, cucumbers, bell peppers, and tomatoes are all more than 90 percent water, as are sweeter options like watermelon, strawberries, and cantaloupe....