[S04E13]In this video podcast, we look at how our bodies keep us cool in extreme heat on a sailboat. And we learn how to help these incredible natural regulating systems work in the high temperatures we are now experiencing around the world. Did you know that if the humidity is high you only need average air temperatures for your body’s cells to start melting from the inside out? Signs of heatstroke: Excessive sweating Muscle cramps Dizziness Increased heart beat Headache Vomiting and nausea Diminishing brain function Fainting Coma Organ failure (kidneys and heart) Fortunately, there are lots of precautions we can take. We discuss our experiences in Turkey, India and South-East Asia with temperatures up to 50°C and humidity rates of 95%. Want to watch the chat? Click the thumbnail image to watch the podcast on YouTube. To listen right now click the start arrow on the bar below…

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