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BEYOND LIMITS
from SEEMA JULY ISSUE
by SEEMA
GOING BEYOND LIMITS
Beat the heat, the SEEMA way
The dog days of summer are here. The oppressive weather between July 3 and August 11 in the northern hemisphere is not only too hot for dogs, it can sap us human beings, not to mention our plants and other pets. The Romans believed the intense heat is emanated by the star Sirius, in the constellation Canis Major, or the Greater Dog, when it is too close to the sun. But the torrid heat is actually a result of the Earth’s northern hemisphere being titled towards the sun at the time, thus taking the full brunt of its energy. Regardless, the fact remains that these are the hottest days of the year, and a time to genuinely cool down. This means taking a break from strenuous physical activity, especially outdoors, eating nourishing, hydrating foods, wearing lighter clothing that help you lose heat, and generally increasing water intake. It is also time to cut the hectic pace of work and, as beaches open up, head for the shore.
Our summer issue is chock full of ideas on ways to chill out. We feature a collection of dresses and light outfits to have you feel and look cooler as you step away from your Zoom meeting to walk the streets. We also bring you ideas on the best beachwear for South Asian body types. Even if you are not heading to a cottage by the beach, you can bring the beach and outdoors to your home with our tips on how to jump on the latest decor trend, “cottagecore.”
On the food front, we feature microgreens, which provide a powerful nutrient boost to salads, and ideas for a desi picnic to plan, complete with recipes and tips. We list 10 ice cream flavors you really need to try before you die! And what summer would be complete without some barbecue and grilling. We bring you the concept of the luxury grilling table that your friends can gather around, each grilling his or her own food. Plus, we show you how to mix refreshing summer cocktails to cool you down during a heat wave. We should not forget the pleasures of the summer siesta. Research has repeatedly shown that a short nap can be good for your health – and your brain.
Finally, we bring you the SEEMA Holiday Guide — our editors’ top picks for destinations in the US, post-pandemic. So sit back and relax and keep the SEEMA magazine with you as a trusty companion while you head for the beach.
