Elana RoumellMed School For Moms · Naturopathic Doctor

6 Chlorine Health Hacks #healthyliving #shorts

Name: 6 Chlorine Health Hacks #healthyliving #shorts
Uploaded: 2023-06-21T15:02:26+00:00
Duration: 59 s
Channel: Elana Roumell
Description: In this short video, the speaker offers six practical tips to protect children from the harmful effects of chlorine while swimming during the summer…

21 Jun 2023 · 1 min

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In this short video, the speaker offers six practical tips to protect children from the harmful effects of chlorine while swimming during the summer. First, she advises applying coconut or olive oil to a child's skin before entering the pool to create a barrier that reduces chlorine absorption. Second, she emphasizes teaching kids not to swallow pool water, as ingestion increases chemical exposure. Third, she recommends choosing pools with lower chlorine levels, such as salt‑water‑treated facilities, to limit exposure. Fourth, she stresses the importance of good‑quality, well‑fitting goggles to shield the eyes from chlorine. Fifth, she urges always showering after swimming to wash off residual chlorine. Finally, she highlights staying hydrated to help the body flush out any chemicals absorbed. Together, these steps aim to limit chlorine exposure, support detoxification, and keep kids safe and healthy throughout the swimming season.

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Are your kids going to be swimming a lot this summer? Protect them from the harmful effects of chlorine. Number 1, before going into the pool, lather your child up with coconut oil or olive oil. This creates a protective barrier on their skin so chlorine is less likely to penetrate and absorb. Number 2, avoid swallowing pool water. Teach your kids not to swallow pool water as this increases their exposure to chlorine and other chemicals. Number 3, choose a less chlorinated pool if possible. Choose a saltwater-treated pool with lower levels of chlorine as this can reduce your kids' exposure. Number 4, invest in good quality goggles. Goggles. Make sure your kids are wearing good quality goggles that fit well and provide protection from chlorine and other chemicals in the pool. Number 5: Always shower after swimming. Don't skip this step. It's important to always wash off all that chlorine after a good swim. All right, and the last one: stay hydrated. Encourage your kids to drink plenty of water to help flush out any of those harmful chemicals they may have been exposed to. Overall, by taking these steps to limit exposure to chlorine, support your child's body in detoxifying it, it can help keep your kids safe and healthy this summer.