The City: 10 tricks to enjoy the party without harming your health

The City: 10 tricks to enjoy the party without harming your health


Find out what to do before, during and after the event to enjoy it in a safe and healthy way

Starting tomorrow (02), in São Paulo, the first edition of The citywith attractions such as post-malone, Demi Lovato, Bruno Mars, brown 5, foo fighters and more. Despite the guaranteed fun, the times of the shows, exposure to the sun, tiredness and even other possible inconveniences, for example, thirst and hunger, can end up getting in your way quite a bit, right? With that in mind, a few doctors have come together to share suggestions what to do Before, during AND after the party to avoid many common problems felt in the body. Come and see:

1- Get plenty of rest the night before and eat well

Have disposition AND enjoy the songs with energy at its peak the day before The Town, a good night’s sleep is essential. So make sure you get at least 7-8 hours of sleep.

take care of food it is also essential before attending the festival. According to the nutritionist Dr. Marcella Garcezdirector and professor of the Brazilian Association of Nutrilogy, fatty foodslike this very restrictive dietsthey should be left aside, because the body needs to receive adequate nutrients to be able to face the marathon.

a good idea it is focus on consuming good carbohydratespreferably wholemeal, as they give energy to the body.

“Before the event, preferably, do not skip any large meals, as this causes the routine to be lost. One reinforced breakfastwith fruit, eggs or yogurt, cereal and oatmeal, for example, will help you get through the day,” she explains.

2- Choose suitable footwear and warm up

With 6 stages and 360,000 m², The Town is considered the largest music, culture and arts festival in São Paulo and requires visitors to walk a lot to get the full experience.

And since not everyone has the ideal physical preparation for this, cramps AND muscle achesmainly on the legs and feet, usually appear, as evidenced by Dr. Aline Lamaitavascular surgeon and member of the Brazilian Society of Angiology and Vascular Surgery and the American College of LifeStyle Medicine.

With some precautions it is possible to prevent these inconveniences, among these, choose the right shoe. “The shoe must offer stability, have a suitable fit for your foot and, of course, be comfortable. In addition, the shoe must be adapted to your stride”, guides the Dr. Marco Cortelazoorthopedic specialist in knee and sports traumatology, member of the Brazilian Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (SBOT).

Another tip from the orthopedist is warm up before leaving the house. “This is imperative to prepare the whole body, from joints to organs such as the heart, for future exercise. Performing any physical activity with muscles and joints still stiff can lead to injury,” he says.

3- Take only the essentials

During the festival you will spend hours standing, jumping and dancing while enjoying the shows. So carrying too much weight can end overload the spine and joints, increasing the risk of pain and more serious problems. ” Use wallets or backpacks that evenly distribute the weight on the back, avoiding pain and discomfort,” advises Dr. Aline.

In your backpack, include light food: “The secret is to plan ahead and buy healthy snacksprotein bars, dried fruit, fresh or dried fruit and natural snacks to take along the way, guaranteeing light and healthy snacks, with the advantage of spending less”, explains Dr. Marcella.

4- Keep yourself hydrated and avoid alcohol

OR intense heat and the drinking alcohol can increase the chances of dehydration, favoring the onset of muscle pain, fluid retention and cramps. Therefore, drink the right amount of water and invest in some fruitsuch as apples, pears and melons, which are of great help in replenishing the body’s moisture.

“Another important factor caused by alcohol is the renal overload. Ethanol interferes with the function of antidiuretic hormone, which ensures that the body does not lose too much water, causing the kidneys to stop concentrating urine, losing more water than usual. Since the drink imposes a great effort on the body to eliminate the substance, it is necessary to dilute it in water and eliminate it in the form of urine, causing dehydration”, explains the nephrologist. Dr. Caroline ReigadaSpecialist in Intensive Care Medicine at the Brazilian Association of Intensive Care Medicine.

5- Apply sunscreen

It is important to remember that the sunscreen should be a priority, even when you want to rock the music festival with a well-crafted and stunning makeup look. After all, during these outdoor events, sun exposure tends to be prolonged and intense, which can affect your skin. Therefore, apply the sunscreen before leaving the house and don’t forget to reapply it throughout the day to ensure its effectiveness.

“When they reach unprotected skin, the sun’s UVA and UVB rays generate cumulative damage that causes photoaging, with the early appearance of wrinkles, blemishes and sagging, as well as precancerous skin lesions,” warns the dermatologist Dr. Lilian Brasileiromember of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology.

“It is important that sunscreen is effective against UVA and UVB rays. products with an SPF of at least 30. But it is interesting to choose a photoprotector also formulated with antioxidant ingredients, which offers additional benefits against the damage caused by solar radiation”, advises the doctor.

6- Use fashion to your advantage

Sunglasses equipped with lenses that offer UVB protection, along with hair AND clothes made with fabrics that can protect from the sun’s rays, they are safe choices to enjoy the party in a much safer way.

“The use of headphones, umbrellas and parasols is also interesting. In fact, every measure that avoids exposure to the sun in the affected area must be encouraged”, underlines the dermatologist. Dr. Paola Pomerantzeffmember of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology.

7- Try not to sit still for too long

If instead of walking around to see the different artists, you prefer to stay close to the stage to see your favorite singer up close, know that it is essential to be very careful. This practice can trigger swelling in the leg area which, in the most serious cases, can cause blood clots, thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.

“It is important then to take breaks to sit down and lift your feet, lightening the weight of the lower limbs,” explains Dr. Aline.

“The same caveat applies if you’re going to the festival, whether by car, plane or bus. ideally, you should take breaks every two hours to walk and move aroundespecially stimulating the lower limbs”, he adds.

8- Take care of your skin immediately when you get home

After an intense day spent walking and dancing, it is normal for a series of impurities to accumulate on the skin, which must be removed with a good skincare routine when you get home.

The first step is sanitize your face with a soap or cleansing foam with a creamy formula that removes oil and dirt without damaging it. At the moment, apply a moisturizer or soothing cream. “Topical hydration of the skin after intense sun exposure is very important because, while we sunbathe, our skin tends to dehydrate, compromising cell renewal and, consequently, the structure of the dermis,” says Dr. Paola.

9- Rest

Treat yourself to some rest between days of the festival, taking the time to sleep well. This way, your body will recover energy and get rid of that annoying feeling of physical tiredness. If possible, schedule a relaxing massage for the day after the concert marathon.

10- What happens if my legs and feet swell?

Because people sleep late and stay up for many hours during these holidays, Dr. Aline points out that the water retention and the bumps they can appear especially in people with circulatory problems, obese, pregnant or with high blood pressure.

To prevent these changes, avoid soft drinks AND processed foods it is one of the most crucial precautions, as excess sodium can raise blood pressure and worsen the condition. “Those who already have a predisposition to water retention can go to a vascular specialist to find out about medications, socks and creams that can make their legs much lighter and healthier for show,” says the doctor.

If you notice bumps appearing, sleep with raised legsplacing a pillow under them, e make cold compresses can help. “Never burn your feet or use any type of hot compress, as they can cause blood vessels to dilate and make it worse.”

Source: Terra

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