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Beat the heat: Eat plenty of celery, cucumbers, lettuce, watermelon and other high-water-content foods. Avoid alcoholic and sugary drinks (they increase body heat). Better sleep: Partially fill a hot-water bottle, freeze it, and take it to bed with you.
Keep pets cool: If pets are home alone all day, put them in the basement or keep the air-conditioning on. Spray dogs with water before taking them out in the heat. Avoid hot sand and pavement unless dogs tolerate protective footwear. Guinea pigs and other small pets: Treat them to watery fruits and vegetables.
Drop in on the world’s longest yard sale: August 7 to 10. The 690-mile extravaganza extends from Michigan to Alabama. Information: 127Sale.com.
Fight bites and stings: Wrap ice in a washcloth, and hold it on the affected area for about 10 minutes. Leave it off for 10 minutes, then reapply. Alternative: Apply a dollop of mustard—yes, mustard!—or antihistamine cream, such as Benadryl.
