Diseases related to digestive health are rampant during monsoon season. Be aware of the common digestive problems in monsoon, and know how to prevent them
1. Gut Health During Monsoon
Stomach flu, diarrhea and other digestive problems are common during monsoon. As season changes, our body’s immunity declines in response to adapting to the atmospheric changes, increasing the chances of catching viral and bacterial infections. Humidity, waterlogging, dirt – all make a favourable condition for the growth of bacteria, viruses and other germs. These germs can get into gut through contaminated food and water and cause many digestive issues. Diseases related to digestive health are rampant during monsoon season, and cases of vomiting, diarrhea, chronic constipation, ulcerative colitis, gastritis, gases, and gut sensitivity issues are very common during this time of the year, said Dr Shubham Vatsya, Consultant Gastroenterology, Fortis Escorts Hospital, Faridabad. According to him, consumption of contaminated food, drinking unhygienic water, eating junk, oily and spicy foods are main causes of common digestive problems in monsoon. Dr Vatsya has also shared a few tips to protect your gut health in the rainy season.
2. Wash Hands Frequently
Your hands are the biggest infection carriers. So, wash them with soap and water frequently, especially after going to the toilet and after handling pets.
3. Avoid Unhealthy And Unhygienic Food
Consume easily digestible home-cooked food and avoid unhygienic junk foods and make sure to wash the fresh vegetables and fruits properly before consuming them.
4. Drink Boiled Water
Drinking boiled water and eating homemade food are the best ways to prevent stomach flu. Carry your own drinking water to avoid drinking unhygienic water from outside.
5. Consume A Light Meal
Eating oily and spicy food can cause acidity, indigestion, bloating during monsoon. Consume a light meal to keep your digestive system healthy, which can help build a good immunity.
6. Avoid Carbonated Drinks
These drinks can reduce minerals in the body, and lead to the reduction of enzyme activity.
7. Don’t Forget The Basic Personal Hygiene Practices
Cleaning your body every day, brushing your teeth twice a day, trimming your nails, etc.
