When you get your minerals out of whack, try drinking Pedialite (or a generic version). It is for young kids who are at risk of being dehydrated from being sick. Not the best tasting stuff, but it gets your electrolytes back in balance.
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When you get your minerals out of whack, try drinking Pedialite (or a generic version). It is for young kids who are at risk of being dehydrated from being sick. Not the best tasting stuff, but it gets your electrolytes back in balance.
Well, THAT's an interesting statement. :confused:Quote:
Originally Posted by deknow
>...although advice from a physican can't hurt
My experience varies...
one does not have to put all advice into action...and although doctors are far from always right (or even close), many people's lives are improved and saved by consulting with physicians every day. it's up to the individual to decide what advice from what doctors are worth following.
deknow
For long periods in the beeyard you could wear a camelback under your beesuit.
Also a spray bottle filled with water is great way to cool your face, head and neck on really hot days.
And it really helps to put a little something in your water, even if it is just a squeeze of lemon. There is also a gatorade type product called recharge, that is all natural, basically fruit juice and sea salt.
I learned about heat stoke years ago when supervising and
managing a team shaking bees in Georgia.
The amusing thing here is that some of the symptoms of
impending heat stroke overlap the symptoms of Anaphylaxis,
so one has to play a little game show with one self, and
all the questions are very high-value questions.
But yeah, water is good and minimal protective gear is
another. A few stings are less problem than heat stoke,
which is why I've never owned a bee suit.
Salt tablets can be deadly in this environment as pointed
out by at least one other poster. Doctors can be a big
help, as they went to medical school and we didn't.
Note that those being dismissive of medicine are also
generally dismissive of science in general, so it is no
surprise that they would ignore educated medical advice. :)
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Originally Posted by deknow
Well said...
I never drink enough water, never have, still don't. For some odd reason I also don't like ice in my drinks preferring fridge temps or warmer. Really cold drinks make my throat constrict and I get the feeling of suffocation.
That said, when I was in my late forties I was working in the garden during a typical 100+ summer day, heat never bothered me before but on that day I suffered a heat stroke. Now I can't endure the heat like I used to, I have to be more careful and force myself to drink liquids. It's also the reason I bought a Camelback to freeze and wear before I go out on a really hot day, and the number one reason to have a Golden Bee suit.
Heat stroke is a life changing event.
X2 on using a camelback, I found out the advantages of using one while doing a century bicycle ride in nebraska years ago.
I cannot believe that all you beekeepers have not suggested some honey in the water you drink - we have had all the advertisements for every company under the sun!!!
You should be all ashamed of yourselves for leaving your own product out of making water taste nice.
Be sweet!
Oly.
The Camelback is a great idea. I had not thought of that. I work in wildland firefighting and our safety and medical officers recommend using a 4:1 ratio mix of water to gatorade type stuff. Drinking water is great but you also have to add in the electrolytes.
I pour water over my bee suit. Just wet your back, chest and arms. The water evaporating keeps me cooler.
Have a nice day
Charles
Your symptoms sound a lot like mine that turned out to be Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.
OUCH! hope you have recovered-bad stuff! good luck,mike
When I was in the service we had to mark the uniforms of anyone who had ever had a heat injury like that. The next time it will happen quicker and with less effort. For some reason the body never quite gets over heat damage.
Carry lots to drink and a gallon or so to dump on yourself if you stop sweating again. The key is to get that temperature down again before shock sets in.
I did not know that heat stroke had long lasting impact. I know it impacted me, becuase it scared the crap out of me. (Not to worry...I've been told I have lots! ;) ) I will definately think about always having extra water or juice on hand. The stories have been interesting. Thank you.
After a first time issue with true heat stress, as you have had, It is usually easier for the monkey to get on your back next time around :D!
Take care!!!
Yes BB, tell us something we don't know.:)Quote:
Originally Posted by BjornBee
Sorry I couldn't resist. :)
Gotta jump on this bandwagon. Fill with ice, water and a lemon cut into quarters. And remember to make a conscious effort to drink at at least a certain rate. Counting on your thirst to tell you when to drink will get you in deep trouble.Quote:
Originally Posted by zzub
I only work one hive, but I have to work in the elements for my job, often with protective equipment. For the exposure windows you guys are talking about that involve several hours in 100+ degree weather, under full body suits, one camelback probably isn't gonna do it, so have a refill ready. Don't poison yourself by drinking too much water, though (it happens). A good guidepost mentioned earlier is that urine should be frequent, and "Clear and Copious".
Finally, remember to rest in the shade often. Drinking fluids is only one method of regulating your core temperture. With the gear you are wearing, it might not be enough.
It comes right back to respecting nature and what it can do to us.