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Ways I am fending off heat exhaustion this summer as a medicated chronic illness baddie

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Extensive list of ways to protect yourself from sun and heat exhaustion this Summer 🫶 I have multiple chronic physical and mental health conditions. Four of my prescription medications can cause heat intolerance unfortunately. And my Irish & En...
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Skin

 
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My favorite reef safe sunscreen!
Blue Lizard Sunscreen - Walmart
 
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Facial sunscreen :)
Isle Glow Face Moisturizer with SPF 45 and Niacinamide - CAY SKIN | Sephora
 
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Deliciously gooey lip gloss, with perfect shine and staying power. Can't forget to protect the lips!
Isle Lip Balm with SPF 30 - CAY SKIN | Sephora
 
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One of my absolute essential hygiene products. Super gentle cleanser, it's unscented and helps control body odor! I use this all of the time all over my body. Especially when I'm ultra sweaty and just need a quick clean up.
Medline Remedy Specialized No-Rinse Foam Cleanser, Unscented, 4 oz
 
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Although I typically shy away from suggesting single-use items, but as with everything, disability aids are nuanced. I find these to be super helpful when I'm out in nature, or for flying when I might not be able to pack my foaming cleanser. Great bo...
Medline ReadyBath Fresh Unscented Shower Wipes, 240 Count, No-Rinse Bath Wipes
 
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If you prefer an unscented lip balm rather than a gloss, perfect choice from Thrive!
Tinted Lip Balm 15 SPF, Unscented
 
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It's so hard to find extra strength deodorants that are unscented, but I'm going to give this one a try!
Secret Clinical Strength Antiperspirant & Deodorant Soft Solid Sensitive Unscented, 1.6 oz, 2 Pack

Grub

 
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Especially helpful for those who don't love drinking water, this adds flavor and keeps you hydrated! (Also super easy to travel with)
Liquid I.V.
 
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Made for kids, but I'd like to see them try to stop me from drinking these lol
Kids Electrolyte Drink Mix, Variety Pack
 
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Faaaaaavorite protein bars 😍 I know some other brands have more grams of protein in each bar, but I also know that like the meme said "sometimes finishing a protein bar is exactly like being shot with a gun". These are NOT like that I swear, I devou...
Protein Bar, Chocolate Mint
 
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Sample pack if you want to try before you deny 😁
Protein Bar, Minis Variety Pack
 
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My favorite knock off Pedialyte! They have other flavor options as well like orange, strawberry, and even unflavored.
Parent's Choice Electrolyte Solution, Grape, 1 Liter
 
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YUM!
GoGo squeeZ Active Electrolyte No Sugar Added Strawberry Pineapple Orange Fruit Blend, 3.9 oz (4 Pack)
 
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Daily gummies
Hydration Electrolyte Gummies - Daily Liquid Replenisher Gummy - Electrolyte Multiplier with Minerals, Potassium & Real Salt - Vegan, Non-GMO - Tasty Lemon Flavor Hydration Electrolytes - 60 Gummies
 
HydraBurst™ Zero Sugar Electrolyte Gummies

Fans/accessories

 
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Portable cooling wraps!
Cooling Neck Wraps IV, Improved Design, Cooling Neck Tie, Cooling Head Wrap, Neck Cooler, Reusable, Cooling Bandana, Kerchief, Patriotic
 
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Hands free cooling
Mist Neck Fans & Portable Neck Fans | Walmart - Walmart.com
 
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Is this the most efficient hands-free fan? I highly doubt it. Is it absolutely adorable? Yes indeed.
Disney's Winnie the Pooh Desk Fan
 
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I use these in my house all of the time, sometimes I put it on the floor and have it blow on my feet to help cool me down!
Desk Fan Portable Fan Rechargeable 2000mAh Personal Fan, Silent Small Table Fan Travel Fan for Sleeping with Display & 100-Speed, Desktop Fan for Bedroom Office Camping-White - Walmart.com
 
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For when you need immediate cooling
Dynarex Instant Cold Pack, Non-Toxic Disposable Ice Pack for Cold Compress, 4” x 5”, 24 Count HSA/FSA Eligible - Walmart.com
 
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Not instant, but these are reusable!
FlexiKold Gel Soft Flexible Ice Packs for Injuries - Reusable Freezer Cold Pack, Cold Compress & Cooling Gel Pad for Face, Shoulder, Hip, Leg, Arm, Ankle & Foot Injury - Medium - 7.5” x 11.5” HSA/FSA Eligible - Walmart.com
 
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Speaking of feet!
CopperFreeze Ankle Sleeve Hot & Cold Therapy for Pain Relief, Swelling & Sprains - One Size
 
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Wrist wraps as well!
Comfytemp Reusable Wrist Ice Pack Wrap, Hot and Cold Therapy for Hand Pain, Swelling, Injuries, 2 Pack

Clothing

 
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I still put sunblock on my legs under these lol
Women's Sun Protection Pants | Columbia Sportswear
 
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Because I always prefer shorts 🫶
Women's Sun Protection Shorts & Skorts | Columbia Sportswear
 
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Perfect for wearing on their own, or I size down and layer under tees/tanks
Women's Sun Protection Tops | Columbia Sportswear
 
Women's Sun Hat | UPF 50+ Protection Solbari USA
 
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For the bucket hat girlies
Bondi Bucket Hat UPF 50+
 
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As someone with hand eczema, these are even more important 😭
Hand Gloves for Sun Protection | Solbari USA
 
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All genders deserve sun protection 🫶
Men's Sun Protection Shirts
 
Sun Protection Pants
 
Sun Protection Shorts