Overview

• Monsoon humidity and temperature swings foster rapid microbial growth in food and the gut, prompting experts to refine dietary and hygiene protocols.
• High-risk items such as raw leafy greens, pre-cut fruits and street fare are now specifically flagged for avoidance to reduce contamination.
• Warm, freshly prepared meals like soups, stews and khichdi are recommended as they ease digestion and lower microbial exposure.
• Incorporating spices such as ginger, turmeric and tulsi alongside probiotic foods like curd and buttermilk is advised to bolster immunity and gut flora.
• Strict kitchen sanitation measures and drinking only boiled or properly filtered water are emphasized to prevent seasonal foodborne and waterborne infections.