Heatwave hacks: Arabian tips to stay cool
A heatwave is moving worldwide. How can you handle the heat? Use a method practiced in Arabic countries; the high temperatures won't bother you.
5:31 PM EDT, June 25, 2024
Environmentalists have been raising the alarm for years—the Earth's temperature is getting higher. There is no indication that this will change. In recent years, we've experienced record-high temperatures. This year is no different.
How to cool your body during a heatwave? Forget about lemonade, cold compresses, or fans. Discover Arabian methods for dealing with high temperatures, and you will feel better quickly.
Drink this instead of cold lemonade. You'll quickly feel the difference
When temperatures exceed 86 degrees Fahrenheit, we are talking about a heatwave. This phenomenon is hazardous for children, the elderly, animals, and pregnant women. An hour in the sun can result in sunburn or even heatstroke. Doctors recommend staying indoors during such times.
Heatwaves in Europe are nothing compared to those in Arabic countries. High temperatures are a daily occurrence there, often exceeding 104 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer. Residents have developed several methods to function generally during heat waves.
Unlike Europeans, they avoid cold beverages in favor of... Moroccan tea. This sweet, hot brew is made with fresh mint. They drink it immediately after preparation. This is a clever solution because consuming a hot drink activates receptors on the tongue, sending signals to the body to start sweating to expel excess heat.
How to prepare Moroccan tea? You need sugar, boiling water, and fresh mint, such as from a garden. Place the mint in a jug and add two heaping tablespoons of sugar. Pour boiling water over the mixture and steep for 10 minutes. When the tea cools down a bit, drink it in one go. After a few minutes, you'll feel the difference.
Add this to your meal. You'll cool down quickly
Residents of Arabic countries are known for their aromatic and spicy cuisine. Almost every dish contains a small amount of chili pepper. This spice acts as a preservative, preventing food spoilage, and also helps to cope with the heat. Chili pepper contains capsaicin.
This organic compound is responsible for the burning sensation. It irritates pain receptors, which stimulate the sweat glands. The body starts sweating quickly and cools down. It's a simple way to help yourself on hot days. However, remember to drink as much water as possible. Aim to drink at least three quarts of water daily to prevent dehydration.
