Tezzbuzz Desk- Monsoon, which brings relief from the heat, also brings with it many health challenges. In this season, moisture in the environment increases, due to which bacteria and viruses grow rapidly. This is the reason why flu, cold, stomach infection and digestive problems increase during the rainy season.

Health experts believe that in monsoon, it is necessary not only to change clothes according to the weather, but also to change the diet. Right diet not only keeps the digestive system healthy but also helps in protecting against diseases by increasing immunity.

Why does the digestive system become weak?

During the rainy season, the body’s metabolism and digestion process becomes a little slower than normal days. In such a situation, eating heavy, oily and stale food can increase problems like gas, indigestion, stomach ache and bloating. Therefore, light, fresh and easily digestible food is considered best in this season.

Include these healthy foods in your diet

During monsoon, one should eat such food items which do not put much burden on the stomach and also provide necessary nutrition to the body.

Khichdi and Moong Dal

Khichdi made from moong dal and vegetables is easy to digest and also provides adequate energy to the body.

Foods made from Millets

Dosa, idli, cheela and upma made from millets like ragi, jowar and bajra are considered good choices for this season.

seasonal vegetables

Bottle gourd, ridge gourd, tinda and other light green vegetables help in keeping the digestive system healthy. Nutrients are also found in abundance in these.

fresh and homemade food

One should always eat fresh and hot food during the rainy season. Food kept for a long time can cause infection.

What to take to increase immunity?

Strong immunity is very important to prevent infection during monsoon. For this you can consume basil tea, ginger tea, turmeric milk, herbal decoction, lukewarm water. These things help in increasing the immunity of the body.

Avoid these things

Stay away from street food

Food items available in the open can quickly become contaminated during the rainy season. Golgappa, chaat, cut fruits and roadside foods can cause infection.

do not eat stale food

Old food kept in the refrigerator can cause growth of bacteria. Eating stale food during monsoon increases the risk of food poisoning.

Eating too much fried food is also harmful

Digestive capacity remains weak during rainy days. In such a situation, foods made with excessive oil and spices can increase stomach problems. Limit your intake of these things:

• pakodas
• french fries
• chips
• fast food
• extremely spicy food

Be careful while eating non-veg

According to experts, seafood and red meat should be consumed in limited quantities during monsoon, because the risk of their contamination is high in this season.

If eating chicken, fish or other non-veg:

• Always use fresh ingredients.
• Cook food thoroughly.
• Do not eat raw or undercooked non-veg at all.
• It is better to cook with less oil and spices.

Follow these rules for a healthy monsoon

• Always eat fresh and hot food.
• Drink adequate amount of water.
• Eat seasonal fruits and vegetables.
• Avoid street food.
• Include things that increase immunity in your diet.
• Stay away from oily and stale food.