Many parts of the world look forward to basking in the sun during summer, but this can be a bit more challenging here in Arizona. With higher temperatures and scorching days, many of us want to spend most of our time indoors with the A/C cranked.
However, we believe embracing each season soothes the soul and helps us enjoy every day. So, today we’re sharing how you can embrace a mindful, rejuvenating summer even with soaring temperatures.
Fight Summer Fatigue
With Arizona's high temperatures, it’s easy to fall victim to dehydration and summer fatigue. Even if you’re inside, many of us tend to feel sluggish during this time of the year.
No worries! There are tons of supportive herbal remedies that you can use to put some pep back in your step. For starters, hydration.
Stay Hydrated
Dehydration causes low energy and endurance, headaches, and compromises your digestion (which is no fun when you’re trying to enjoy a summer potluck!)
Here are some quick tips for staying hydrated this summer:
- Add fruits, such as berries or orange slices, to your water to enhance the taste
- Set a reminder on your phone to drink water
- Find a new favorite tea!
- Keep a reusable water bottle with you at all times
- Avoid caffeine as much as possible (while we adore black tea, if you’re struggling with hydration, try to stick with caffeine-free beverages when possible)
Try some of these hydrating, caffeine-free teas that are wonderful hot or iced:
- Sweet Red Cherry Herb & Fruit Tea: This bright tea combines succulent cherries and sweet currants for an enticing treat. If you love cherry, you’re in for a treat.
- Prickly Pear Herb & Fruit Tea: A true Arizona-inspired treat! We’ve taken delectable prickly pear and other scrumptious ingredients, such as hibiscus, apple, orange, and lemon verbena, to create a juicy, lightly floral, and somewhat tart beverage with a touch of natural sweetness. Perfect for a hot afternoon!
- Strawberry Kiwi Herb & Fruit Tea: This caffeine-free delight presents refreshing, sweet strawberries and tangy kiwi in a tea blend that is sure to please. We love this tea over ice on a hot summer day.
- Cherry Pepper Punch Herb & Fruit Tea: This vibrant tea blends sweet cherry, apple, and hibiscus with punchy pink peppercorns to create a tropical tea that’ll have you coming back for more. Perfect iced!
Looking for an even bigger boost? Try our Nature’s Electrolytes Mix. This pineapple coconut flavored drink mix saturates water with refreshing tropical flavor and Himalayan salt to help you bounce back after working out or being out in the sun.
Snag Energy Boosting Herbal Options
If you regularly struggle with summer fatigue, consider adding an energy-boosting supplement to your routine (after speaking with your medical professional).
Here are a few of our most popular energy boosting remedies:
- Reds & Blues Powder: This antioxidant-rich shake powder provides a burst of 100% natural, vegan superfruits designed to reinvigorate your mind and body. Start your day with this remedy or use it to replenish your reserves after being outside.
- Mega Mushroom Capsules: Many of us love adaptogens to help our bodies resist and adapt to stress and provide a helpful energy boost. Our Mega Mushroom Capsules offer some of the best energy-boosting adaptogens out there, including Lion’s Mane, Reishi, and Chaga.
- Beet Root Juice Powder: Beets contain a powerhouse of supportive nutrients to enhance your cardiovascular system, energy levels, metabolism, and healthy digestion—all things that tend to be stressed during hot weather. Add this to your morning shake, juice, or a glass of water to promote enhanced health and energy. Prefer capsules? Try our Beet Root Juice Capsules!
- Nature’s B Vitamins: B Vitamins are a classic choice for encouraging improved energy levels, so we recommend this amazing vitamin B-rich power shake powder. Made with local Arizona bee pollen, spirulina, and potent sources of B vitamins, this is a fantastic choice for those looking to beat summer fatigue.
Learn about other endurance and energy-boosting herbal remedies in our previous article, sharing excellent pre-workout and post-workout options.
Prioritize Your Sleep
A lack of sleep or poor quality sleep can bring us down any time of year. However, the early sun peeking through your bedroom window can mean even less sleep if you don’t get to bed on time.
Try these tips for protecting your sleep and energy this summer:
- Set a bedtime for yourself and stick to it. Start winding down beforehand so that you’re ready to relax when your bedtime hits.
- Create a relaxing aromatherapy blend of Lavender Essential Oil, Roman Chamomile Essential Oil, and Bergamot Essential Oil. This tried and true essential oil blend has worked for me many times!
- Sip on a relaxing cup of tea before bed. Our favorites include the Deep Sleep Tea and Sleepy Tea for added help fighting insomnia and staying asleep.
For more information about sleep-inducing herbal remedies, read our guide on amazing herbs for sleep and the research behind them.
Plan Accordingly for the Summer Heat
Depending on where you live, taking hikes in the middle of the day or even strolling through downtown might not be pleasant during the highs of summer.
We recommend planning ahead and incorporating fun activities into your summer routine that’ll have you embracing the season while avoiding the worst of the heat.
Here are a few of our favorite summertime activities:
- Plan an early morning or evening walk or hike
- Stroll through the farmer’s market or a festival during the early hours of the day
- Invite friends and family over for a summer potluck (check out these no-cook recipe tips)
- Plan a picnic in the park (or even your own backyard)
- Invite friends over for happy hour and watch the sunset (we love these fruity mocktail recipes)
- Grab a good book that you’ve been meaning to read and read from your favorite cafe or nestled in a cozy chair by the window.
We hope this article helps you stay cool, hydrated, and rejuvenated this summer! The heat can take its toll, but there are so many benefits to the extra sunshine to enjoy, too.
Keep Cool!
Herbalist Natalie
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Natalie Hajdu-Voakes is a consulting herbalist and the owner of The Herb Stop, with over 28 years of hands-on experience in crafting herbal remedies and promoting natural wellness. |