One key reason Brits urged not to drink coffee today
As a new week gets underway, heatwave-like conditions are expected to ravage some parts of the UK, with the mercury set to approach near record highs for June, particularly down south.
Temperatures in southern England are forecasted to reach a blistering 34C today, Monday, June 30, potentially making it the hottest day of the year so far.
Amber heat alerts remain in effect until Tuesday night for all of southern, western and eastern England, with warnings of increased mortality rates, particularly among over 65s.
Typically, Scotland is expected to experience a "marked difference" in weather from our neighbours on the other side of the border, with heavy downpours plaguing western regions and temperatures suppressed to the mid to high teens.
Humidity will still be an issue though, and whether temperatures skyrocket during the day or not, some locations will still not drop below 20C as night falls, meaning a good night's kip may prove difficult for a lot of Scots.
Those struggling to get a decent sleep tonight might be inclined to grab a caffeine boost tomorrow, but this could actually make you feel even worse.
On what could be the hottest day of the year, Brits are being advised to avoid coffee as caffeine can make you feel hot and jittery in the heat, impacting your productivity.
Consuming caffeine during a heatwave can worsen dehydration due to its diuretic effect. Caffeine can elevate heart rate and blood pressure, which could be harmful in hot conditions.
The drink can also interfere with temperature regulation, potentially increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion or heatstroke. Instead, Brits should swap their coffee for a refreshing smoothie or a glass of water.
Coconut water is one of the top beverages to consume during a heatwave, owing to its high potassium and electrolyte content.
Amidst a heatwave, this refreshing drink provides some respite as it restores the body's depleted fluids and contains a variety of vital vitamins and minerals that enhance your immune system.
Matthew, Lenhert, Met Office Chief Meteorologist, reinforced the message that "overnight temperatures will remain high, with some places not dropping below 20C in what is called a tropical night."
"This will make it hard to sleep and prevent any recovery from the high daytime temperatures, too," he added.
Where Scotland is concerned, Tuesday, July 1 ushers in more welcome news, as the rain should be mostly out the way, allowing some sunshine to greet us first thing.
The Borders and Aberdeenshire will be on the receiving end of one or two showers, while the Highlands and Western Isles will enjoy a sunny day.
Between light winds and a fresher mercury of 16-19C, it will feel fairly pleasant. The east will breathe a sigh of a relief at predicted temperatures of 17-18C, compared to last week's 25C.
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