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Beat the heat with these viral TikTok cooling hacks

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TikTok Try It: Testing viral trends to stay cool
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ByGMA Team
July 24, 2023, 1:31 PM

With millions around the U.S. under heat alerts, it's no wonder cooling hacks have racked up over 53 million views on TikTok.

Here are some of the viral ways to stay cool as the hot summer days stretch on, all GMA tested and approved.

PHOTO: ABC News' Will Reeve demonstrates three cooling hacks on "Good Morning America," July 24, 2023.
ABC News' Will Reeve demonstrates three cooling hacks with Linsey Davis on "Good Morning America," July 24, 2023.
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1. Shaved frozen fruit

Shaved frozen fruit has turned into all the rage as people give it a try with any type of fruit. All you need is the frozen fruit of your choice and a grater to turn it into shaved ice.

To make your own shaved frozen fruit, you'll need just two items - your favorite fruit of choice and a grater.
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2. Use ice for a cooler AC boost.

When the weather outside is too hot, it's best to close the windows of your home and draw the shades or curtains.

But when you need more of a cooler boost, you can try placing a bowl or bucket of ice in front of a fan before turning it on. As the ice melts and evaporates, the fan will help circulate cooler air.

When the water in ice evaporates, a fan behind it and can circulate the cooler air.
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3. Freeze your bed sheets.

To really cool down, some say putting your bed sheets and pillowcases in the freezer for 15 minutes before bed will help cool your body temperature down.

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Freezing your bed sheets and pillowcases can provide a quick cooling effect.
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Other viral cooling hacks

Additional TikTok cooling hacks include running your wrists under cold water, using a cooling blanket at night and draping a wet sheet over an open window at night to keep cool, the perfect hack for when a breeze passes by.

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