It's hot again in Germany and it's getting hotter.

The German weather service expects maximum values ​​of 30 to 36 degrees on Wednesday.

Under the influence of high pressure, the influx of very hot air from the south-west will increase, which will affect large parts of Germany until Friday.

Lucy Schmidt

Editor in the "Life" department of the Frankfurter Allgemeine Sunday newspaper.

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These tips will help you deal with the midsummer heat:

1. The right clothes

To brave the heat, you should wear light, airy and breathable clothing.

If you go out, be sure to wear a hat and sunglasses to protect your eyes and brain.

2. Cooling by fan and fans

They do use electricity, but fans can really help.

Air movement helps cool the body.

Compartments also help as a simple variant for on the go.

3. Sports

If you don't want to do without sport on hot days, you should either move it to air-conditioned interiors or to the cooler mornings and evenings.

4. Not too cold water

Drink lots and lots – preferably water.

But it shouldn't be too cold.

This can promote circulatory problems as well as increased blood pressure and subsequent increased sweating.

5. Even more water

If you can't keep up with drinking, you can also use cool, damp compresses on your arms, legs, neck and forehead.

Cool running water over your forearms is also good.

6. Shower before swimming

Of course, the cool water is also a good idea, but you should first cool down your body slowly before jumping into the pool or lake - for example with a lukewarm shower.

7. The right food

During the day you should eat light things like fruit, salads or even some ice cream.

An excess of protein-rich foods should be avoided, as they can also increase body temperature.

8. Blood pressure and circulation

Anyone who is prone to circulatory problems can also measure their blood pressure from time to time during heat phases in order to notice fluctuations at an early stage.

9. Ventilate properly

Only ventilate the apartment when it is cooler outside than inside.

If possible, leave the bedrooms dark and air them before going to sleep, so there is the best chance of a restful sleep.

10. Cream and Shadow

Anyone who goes out in the sun should definitely think of sunscreen and look for a shady spot.

11. Thinking of others

If you have older people in your circle of friends, relatives or neighbors who often no longer feel very thirsty, keep reminding them to drink over the phone or in person.

In some German cities, there are now heat buses on the streets, which take care of the homeless and the needy when the temperatures are high - analogous to the cold bus in winter.