Harmful Diseases such as poisoning caused by eating food, cholera, cold and cough, flu, improper digestion of food, jaundice, typhoid and dysentery are common, but awful companions during rainy season. Most particularly children’s and the elders are more liable to infections. Those suffering from disorders such as juvenile-onset diabetes, heart related diseases, arthritis and lung infections/disease are more affected than others. Hence, it is very essential to take brilliant care of your health during monsoon.
Simply check out these 10 tips that will keep you healthy throughout this rainy season:
Make sure to keep yourself hydrated
You have been always wondering why there is a requirement to drink excess water during rainy season. In monsoon, perspiration does not evaporate immediately as the humidity levels are tremendous and this prohibits the body from releasing heat. Thus, keeping a handy water bottle with you is always recommended. Refrain carbonated beverages as they diminish mineral levels which halt the enzymes from functioning easily affecting the digestive system. Rather swig warm beverages such as ginger tea. Always drink steamed and cooled water.
Make sure to have a balanced diet
Since the digestion process during rainy seasons is quite slow, eat fairly and only when hungry. Consuming food when you are not starving can lead to improper digestion and sometimes to jaundice. Herbs and Vegetables such as cucumber, bitter gourd, turmeric and neem are rich in antioxidants and the medicinal properties in them can be beneficial to preventing us from infections. In order to have a balanced and healthy diet always go for fruits like cherries, bananas, litchis, pomegranates, pears, apples, plums and vegetables like fenugreek, radish and carrot an integral part of your regular diet. Spices such as pepper, asafetida, turmeric and coriander takes good care of our immune system and at the same time help in proper digestion.
Eat clean, fresh food
Always make sure that you properly clean and wash all your fruits and vegetables before consuming them, especially green leafy vegetables. Put your leafy vegetables in to steam water for several minutes in order to kill the germs. Tarnished food might lead to illnesses such as jaundice. Consuming freshly made food is advisable. Brews and soups are important, as they are light and nutritious, but can make your stomach full. Always consume cooked food rather than uncooked vegetables and salads, unless they are natural.
Keep monsoon diseases away from you
Running away from the mosquito attack at the time of monsoon is very important to keep malaria at cove. Polluted and dirty water is a breeding area for mosquitoes. Flushing out those flower vases and coolers which are no more in use is the initial step in controlling mosquitoes from breeding. Always use mosquito nets, sprays and lotions available in the market to get you free from mosquito bites. Make the use of camphor or flumes in your kitchen area to prevent yourself from insects such as flies and termites during monsoon.
Avoid Outdoor eatables
Outdoor eatables, especially junk and fast food should be avoided. Snacks items like burgers, sandwiches, oily fried foods, road side ice candies, juices and pizzas are very tempting during monsoon. Nevertheless, they may contain harmful bacteria which cause difficulty in digestion. Dissected fruits sold on the road side are the integral cause for food poisoning and should be avoided.
Avoid pools
Avoid getting your feet moist. Suppose you do end up walking into one of those pools, quickly clear and dry them with a soft, dry towel. Humidity as well as moisture can give rise to fungal infections and athlete’s foot. These infections may have an impact on your toes and nails; if you are prone to diabetes then you will have to take decent care of your feet. Always keep your raincoats, socks, shoes clean and moisture less.
Exercise and rest during monsoon
The sprinkles and showers during day time and evenings might hamper your exercise schedule. Still, that can be achieved by exercising at home. Yoga is another way of working out which can be carried out indoors and it is popular to help diminish respiratory problems during monsoon. And if your state of mind is not for exercises, participate into other activities like take up the cleaning of shelves, cupboards and your kitchen which you have been adjourning. Yet, say no to excess physical exertion. Also, prevent yourself from sleeping during day time.
Care for kids
Children love the rain and they take tremendous advantage of the evening showers after getting returned from school. Therefore, a warm water bath with a good source of antiseptic is advisable. Avoid fast and junk food which could give rise to infections and repeated visits to the doctor. Avoid packaged soups and stews instead go for homemade ones because it will give them the required nutrition.