How to Accustom Your Health to Mid of Monsoons in 5 Ways

After the long and torrid summer months, monsoons bring exceptionally cool weather and it’s that time of the year, when we are attracted to piping-hot pakodas, chaat, samosas, and bhajjiyas from the local chaat-wallahs. The street food may taste delicious, but the chances of it being contaminated are high. Our body become more susceptible to certain health risks, as our immunity becomes weaker. The humidity in atmosphere is high in monsoon, as a result of which body’s digestive capability tends to reduce. The damp and filthy conditions in monsoon plays a host for many disease causing germs and bacteria, which further result in diseases like dengue, malaria, typhoid, viral fever, gastrointestinal disturbances and dysentery. It is always good to prepare foods and drinks at home.

Our general health and immunity should not take a toll during this season. To stay healthy throughout the rainy season, here are things that you should take care of:

• Consume more fruits in rainy season as they help build immunity and restore energy. Apple, pomegranates, mangoes and pears are some of the best fruits you could eat. Avoid watermelons and muskmelons as they can lead to digestive problems.
• Carry your own drinking water and depend less on other sources as they may not be safe. Do not eat ice from outside and avoid drinking beverages like juices, buttermilk, from roadside vendors.
• Wash the fruits and vegetables thoroughly as soon as you bring them from outside. Make sure you wash them at least four to five times. Boil veggies like green leafy veggies as they are said to be the bearers of bacteria.
• Make sure you wash your hands frequently and keep a sanitiser handy. Your hands are the biggest infection carriers.
• Avoid buying fruits and vegetables that are pre-cut. When they are cut and kept in the open, they can catch bacteria and germs. Make sure they are cooked well.
• Eat a light meal, considering your digestive system has already gone for a toss this monsoon season.
• Engage in at least 30 minutes of physical activity or exercise and sweat out the extra moisture and potentially harmful bacteria.
• Rainy season comes with a lot of infections; keep a check on any early symptom that occurs to ensure that you do not fall sick. Do not, in any case, ignore even the smallest of symptoms.
• Personal hygiene during rainy season is a must. There is no chance you did not step on that muddy puddle through the day. Make sure you wash it an anti-bacterial solution or soap to clean all of the germs.
• Keep yourself hydrated even if you don’t feel thirsty. Dehydration in your body could lead to a drop in the immunity, further making you less energetic.

Over to you
Paying special attention to your diet during monsoons is essential if you want to remain healthy. Ensure they are all veggies and fruits are washed properly before consumption. This can prevent you from contracting water borne diseases that spread during this season. Instead, consume more home cooked meals and opt for hot beverages over cold ones.

Monsoon season is here, it is best to keep these tips handy and ensure a healthy and happy rainy season!