5 Easy Ways to Cool Off
1. Keep a Spray Bottle in the Fridge
Keep a small spray bottle full of water in the refrigerator. When you’re feeling hot, mist your face and neck a few times with the cold water for instant relief. To make this do double duty, you can add a few slices of cucumber to the water for extra cooling, or use weak green tea instead of water — the green tea will cool you off and improve your complexion, thanks to all of those antioxidants.
2. Place an Ice Cube on Your Pulse Points
This is so easy, and it really works! Take an ice cube, and place it in a wash cloth or handkerchief. Hold the ice cube to your pulse points in your wrists and/or neck for up to 30 seconds. By some estimates, this cools your body temperature an amazing three degrees — which makes a big difference when you’re hoping for some relief from the heat.
3. Cold Washcloth on Your Neck
Wet a washcloth with cold water. (If you’re really warm, consider placing it in the freezer for a few minutes.) Wring it out, and hold it to the back of your neck. You’ll feel instantly cooler.
4. Soak Your Feet in Cold Water
How many of us have sat with our feet dangling into a lake or pool and felt immediately refreshed? You can get that same cooling effect by filling a small tub or large pot with cold water and soaking your feet for a little while. And, if you want a little extra pampering, why not give yourself a pedicure when you’re finished soaking your feet?
5. Wet Bandanna
Wet a bandanna with cold water, and tie it over your head. This will instantly cool you off, and you can just re-wet the bandanna as needed to help keep you cool.
We hope these tips help you keep your cool this summer!
By Colleen Vanderlinden, Planet Green
Monday, July 18, 2011
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
TMC Children's Miracle Network "CHANGE BANDITS"
Dear Friends and Associates of Excel Mechanical, Inc.
My daughter Jessica Zarling is raising money for TMC Children Miracle Network due to her life saving experience with TMC and it is her small way of helping support our community.
Won’t you please join the team at Excel in supporting her participation in Change Bandits.
All contributions will benefit our local Children's Miracle Network Hospital, Tucson Medical Center and 100% of the funds will go to support the children of Southern Arizona. Every dollar raised stays here in our community to help purchase new equipment, promote health and safety education, and expand pediatric programs for children and families served at TMC. Your contribution will also support Block by Block, Miracles Happen – the campaign for the new children's medical center at TMC.
Jessica’s hope is that she can raise at least $1000.00 to help save the lives of other children. Donations are done online through their online page:
http://www.helpmakemiracles.org/participant/CasaNinos
Please go online and help her make her goal.
Thank you so much,
Jim
My daughter Jessica Zarling is raising money for TMC Children Miracle Network due to her life saving experience with TMC and it is her small way of helping support our community.
Won’t you please join the team at Excel in supporting her participation in Change Bandits.
All contributions will benefit our local Children's Miracle Network Hospital, Tucson Medical Center and 100% of the funds will go to support the children of Southern Arizona. Every dollar raised stays here in our community to help purchase new equipment, promote health and safety education, and expand pediatric programs for children and families served at TMC. Your contribution will also support Block by Block, Miracles Happen – the campaign for the new children's medical center at TMC.
Jessica’s hope is that she can raise at least $1000.00 to help save the lives of other children. Donations are done online through their online page:
http://www.helpmakemiracles.org/participant/CasaNinos
Please go online and help her make her goal.
Thank you so much,
Jim
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
TIP To Maintain your Water Heater in Top Operating Condition...
Tip: Drain your Water Heater to clear sediment at least once a year and clean all air screens at the same time if it is a gas appliance (according to the individual manufacturer’s recommendations).
A water heater needs fresh filtered air just like an Air Conditioning System does.
When installing a new Water Heater, have your plumbing professional change the drain valve to a Ball Valve with a hose connection and you will have years of trouble free maintenance.
If you have an Electric Water Heater, change the elements every few years. They are low cost and the improved efficiency will pay for itself in very little time.
A water heater needs fresh filtered air just like an Air Conditioning System does.
When installing a new Water Heater, have your plumbing professional change the drain valve to a Ball Valve with a hose connection and you will have years of trouble free maintenance.
If you have an Electric Water Heater, change the elements every few years. They are low cost and the improved efficiency will pay for itself in very little time.
Friday, June 10, 2011
UV Safety Month... Sun Safety for your Eyes!
UV Safety Month is a great time to learn more about UV safety. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the main cause of skin cancer. UV rays can also damage your eyes.
The American Academy of Ophthalmology wants everyone to be more aware of sun safety and protecting your eyes while outside in bright sunlight. Here are some facts and tips to share.
Who’s at Risk
Anyone can get skin cancer, but the risk is greatest for people with:
• White or light-colored skin with freckles
• Blond or red hair
• Blue or green eyes
How to Protect Yourself
You can take these steps to help prevent skin cancer:
• Stay out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
• Use sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher.
• Cover up with long sleeves and a hat.
• Check your skin regularly for any changes. The National Cancer Institute provides helpful information on what you need to know and how to do a skin self-exam check.
The American Academy of Ophthalmology wants everyone to be more aware of sun safety and protecting your eyes while outside in bright sunlight. Here are some facts and tips to share.
Who’s at Risk
Anyone can get skin cancer, but the risk is greatest for people with:
• White or light-colored skin with freckles
• Blond or red hair
• Blue or green eyes
How to Protect Yourself
You can take these steps to help prevent skin cancer:
• Stay out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
• Use sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher.
• Cover up with long sleeves and a hat.
• Check your skin regularly for any changes. The National Cancer Institute provides helpful information on what you need to know and how to do a skin self-exam check.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Thursday, May 19, 2011
More Tips to save $$ on your Cooling Bill this year...
13. Fans can make your air conditioner's job easier while saving you money. Pedestal and ceiling fans improve the air circulation in your home, allowing you to raise the air conditioner’s thermostat. In moderate heat, fans can sometimes completely replace air conditioners. Ceiling fans use only about one tenth the electricity of a typical home air conditioner, and therefore cost only one-tenth as much to operate.
14. To stay most comfortable during the hottest hours of the day, do your cooking, laundry and bathing in the early morning or late evenings. These activities all increase the level of humidity in your home, making it less comfortable and forcing the air conditioner to work even harder. If other heat generating appliances, such as irons, ovens and blow dryers are used only in the early morning or late evening, your home will stay cooler.
14. To stay most comfortable during the hottest hours of the day, do your cooking, laundry and bathing in the early morning or late evenings. These activities all increase the level of humidity in your home, making it less comfortable and forcing the air conditioner to work even harder. If other heat generating appliances, such as irons, ovens and blow dryers are used only in the early morning or late evening, your home will stay cooler.
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