As soon as someone mentions monsoon, Chai and steaming hot pakodas are the first thing that comes to mind, isn’t it? Although they seem like a match made in heaven, it’s important to note that rain tags along many infections and therefore it’s very important to learn about what you should eat and the foods you should avoid eating from outside. It’s important to take care of your diet and boost your immunity to safeguard yourself against all those ailments that come along with monsoon. So before you go out to your favourite cafe for a cup of chai and pakoras the way you like them or set out for a drive and go out to have street food please take some time to read this and learn about the foods you should avoid.
Leafy Vegetables
Yes, all those leafy vegetables that people can’t stop raving about, the same ones whose many benefits you might have been told about innumerable times are something you should avoid during monsoon. No doubt that these vegetables are healthy but along with that they are a great breeding ground for germs. With increased humidity levels and difficult to spot germs these vegetables fall under the category of foods you should never eat in monsoon season.
Juices
You must have read that anything that has a prolonged exposure to air during monsoon should not be consumed. And that applies for fruit juices as well. Juices made out of fruits cut well in advance or even fresh fruit juices are the perfect breeding ground for germs and might spoil your health. It’s better to have juices prepared in front of you or better have it homemade and put juices from roadside vendors on the list of foods you should avoid eating from outside.
Fizzy Drinks
If you have had fizzy drinks then you know how dehydrated they can make you feel. In fact, they tend to reduce the mineral content in the body which is something you don’t want when your digestive system is already weak and your immunity is low. It’s better instead to have a bottle of lemon water at all times or stick to hot beverages like cardamom tea or ginger tea. Your digestive system and body will thank you for it.
Sea Food
Another item that is a no no and should be on your list of foods you should never eat in monsoon is sea food. The thing is, monsoon is the breeding season for prawns and fish. It’s better to stick to chicken and mutton if you are craving non veg. But in case, you can absolutely not avoid seafood then make sure it’s the freshest variety and cooked properly. If you are struggling to follow a healthy diet or want to know of more foods to avoid during monsoon then try FITFEAST– your dedicated personal nutritionist!
