Moving To Southern Utah, Here's What To Know First

The growth of people moving into Utah and especially Southern Utah has been constantly increasing. However, this may not be the place for everyone. If you struggle staying hydrated or from complications of dry skin, this can be a harsh environment.

Is Southern Utah Right for You?

I talked to a woman who had moved from Ohio to St. George two years ago. She said there were things she liked about the area, but she was moving back. She then pointed to the raw red places on her neck and arms.

She explained how her skin was sensitive to the dry air. She had tried lotions and soft water, but couldn't take it anymore. It is a good reminder to all of us to stay hydrated in this desert climate.

Skin Sensitivity and Dry Climate

My doctor recommends I drink a gallon of water a day, especially during the summer. I can't do it. I feel like my insides are floating. When I am losing moisture outside, I drink electrolytes and that helps a lot. You can get these in Gatorade and drink mixes.

Keeping hydrated will help your kidneys function and even keep your skin younger. It is kind of like your own fountain of youth sitting in a bottle of water. It might even make you play football better if you believe this urban legend from the University of Utah.

The claim is there is a hidden spring in the stadium that kept an intermural team undefeated when they drank it and gave Urban Myer and undefeated season. So, unless you have access to this stream, you should keep water close by.

And if you find the dry climate too much for you, I don't blame you for moving somewhere that has some humidity.