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And so really being focused on watching the water.

I often say that the amount of time it takes to read and answer a text message is the amount of time it takes a child to drown.

She says water watchers should be sober and alert and have their phone nearby in case they need to call 911.

I don't want to be a killjoy and say, hey, don't go drinking at pool parties.

I just think that it's really important that you have someone who is a responsible adult there.

Just like you have a designated driver, you should definitely have a designated person.

And if there are other adults around, switch off every 15 or 20 minutes so no one loses focus.

All right, next up, takeaway three, take advantage of the sunlight, but be safe.

We humans need the sun.

Getting some sun exposure every day helps us sleep better.

It can improve our mood and lower our stress levels, lower our blood pressure, increase our metabolism, and more.

It also allows our bodies to create vitamin D.

a substance we need to support our bones, our muscles, and our immune system.

So make sure you're getting outside for at least 15 minutes a day, ideally at a time when it's cooler, like the morning.

Also, though, don't overdo it.

If you're going to be outside for hours, definitely cover your skin and wear sunscreen so you don't burn, and make sure you stay hydrated and cool.

So, hydration.

Look, you know you're supposed to do this, but I'm going to say it anyway.

Drink lots of water.

That helps your body make the sweat that it needs to cool you down.