What do you mean this isn't good for me?
We are well into summer now. It seems to me that even if not off vacationing or doing something really fun like kayaking (never done it but it seems like it would be a great sport), summer is just a more carefree time. Most of us are outside more and participating in more spur of the moment activities. There are the impromptu barbecues, swim parties, getting together on the porch and drinking beer parties… as they say, “whatever floats your boat!”
Even though summer is a more relaxed time in my mind, as a Meniere’s patient I have to remember not to get too crazy.
Hmmmmmm... you say french fries are high in salt?
Summer is hot, especially here in Texas. I have to curtail my time out in the sun and heat so as not to get overheated, take to the shade for awhile or inside for a dose of A/C. I also have to keep in mind not to overextend myself as far as activities go. Fatigue is definitely one of my main triggers. I have to take things as they go, rest when I am tired, and try to get plenty of sleep at night. Also, doesn’t it seem like there is more food and drink around during this time of year especially on the weekends? Caffeinated beverages and high salt foods seem to be around in megadoses. These are big “don’ts” for most Meniere’s patients.
YES, I promise I am sleeping!
I hope anyone reading this is having a great summer of fun and relaxation. The information here is common sense for all of us, but sometimes we just have to be reminded. Enjoy the rest of your summer, tomorrow we will be dragging out the Christmas decorations.
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I know what you mean about the heat in the summertime. If I’m out just for a few minutes when it is really hot I start to feel light headed, that’s when I look for the AC.
I’m glad you had a good vacation !
David
My husband is doctoring to learn for sure that he has Meniere’s and what will work best for him. He is 77 grew up on a farm, was a fighter pilot for 20+ years and then farmed and began “practicing retirement” 10 years ago. We believe he had his first episode 3 years ago and now has had 3 within a month. I believe heat and stress are two of his triggers. He is stewing about a new machine shed/shop being built at our farm (we do not live there, the neighbor farms it and the house is leased out) and he has always been sensitive to heat. I am so very glad I have taken the time to surf the net and come across your blog. Good girl!
Thank you.