Monsoon Health Kit: 5 Essentials For Keeping the Gut Healthy This Rainy Season

At the time of seasonal changes, the responsibility of keeping our body healthy and protected from foreign bacteria falls on us.

The monsoon calls for long drives (where it’s not flooded and safe), hot drinks and some quick tasty bites. While we have all this romantic monsoon idea, the rains also have some health debts. Cases of fungal infections, stomach infections, and other waterborne diseases increase during the rainy season.

Stomach infection is a common problem reported during these months. Street food is the most affected during the rains and tends to become contaminated. So it can lead to upset stomach, stomach infection, sluggishness, etc. And when the gut is upset, it also tends to disrupt overall health.

Here are 5 essentials to keep in mind for good gut health during the monsoon:

1. Have Immunity Boosters: Include foods that boost your immunity during the season. Turmeric, garlic, ginger are some immunity boosting spices to add to your daily food. These have anti-inflammatory properties that will keep intestinal health protected.
2. Increase your stomach acid – Many people who have gas and bloating probably have too little stomach acid, not too much. Typical treatment is to take antacids, which reduce heartburn by exacerbating the problem. Proper levels of stomach acid are critical to the breakdown of protein in the stomach. Stomach acid also destroys pathogenic bacteria that can cause disease.
3. Seasonal foods are a must: Seasonal fruits and foods like ham, cherries, and beets are loaded with nutrients and vitamin C. They help maintain a healthy gut and improve digestion.
4. Avoid foods heavy on digestion: Greasy, junk food can be a bit heavy on the stomach. Also, processed foods tend to be low in fiber and nutrients, making them difficult to digest.
5. PPhysical Activity, Hydration and Stress: Including some physical activity is important to keep your metabolism healthy and fast. Keeping the body hydrated helps to eliminate all the toxins.

Maintaining our intestinal health is important for good digestion and also for a healthy body. Many bodily functions are affected by digestion. Simple diet and lifestyle changes can help improve your digestion if you experience occasional, frequent, or chronic digestive symptoms.