During the monsoon season, adjusting your diet to stay healthy and avoid infections is important. Here's what to eat and what to avoid:
Apples, pears, and pomegranates are great. Wash them thoroughly.
Include gourds (bottle gourd, bitter gourd), beans, and pumpkin. Cook them well to kill any germs.
Yoghurt and buttermilk can help maintain gut health.
Use turmeric, garlic, and ginger to boost immunity and aid digestion.
Warm, cooked foods like soups are comforting and safe.
Spinach, cabbage, and lettuce can harbour bacteria and parasites.
Fish and shellfish can spoil quickly in the monsoon humidity.
Avoid eating from street vendors to minimize the risk of waterborne diseases.
They can be hard to digest and lead to indigestion.
It can lead to phlegm and digestive issues.