1. Water is the best option to quench thirst.
2. Avoid caffeinated or carbonated beverages, alcoholic beverages, and those high in sugar.
3. Do not drink very chilled liquids.
4. Eat light, nutritious and non-fatty meals.
5. Include lots of fruits and vegetables in the form of salads and fresh juices, preferably without sugar, in your diet.
6.Drink lemon juice, coconut water and thin buttermilk, to replenish the fluids that are lost in sweat.
7. Avoid sugary foods, especially honey and molasses, and stick to natural sugars available from fruits and veggies.
8. Minimise the intake of hot, spicy foods and extremely salty foods.
9. Cut the intake of fried foods, like vadas, samosas, chips, etc. Fat has a thermal effect.
10.Maintain good hygiene levels.