Add These 9 Monsoon Friendly Foods To Your Diet Right Now!

With the approaching Monsoon season, we are super psyched as it will bring in some relief from the scorching heat. But, at the same time, the rainy season brings with it a host of diseases like cough, cold, diarrhea and more.  You can enjoy the season still by adding these edible food items to your diet. They are easily available and quite affordable so don't over think and scroll dow right now!

Garlic

This kitchen staple is an amazing source of antioxidants and has immunity-boosting properties. They ease our digestion and metabolic rate as well. Add some crushed garlic to your dal or gulp down a small pod every morning with water, it's up to you how you consume it but add it to your diet. You can even add it to your soup. 

Ginger

This root is a staple in many households, especially in our tea. Some even add it to the chutney or sprinkle some on their food. Do make it a part of your diet as it causes no harm and is super good for you during the monsoon season. Ginger can boost your mood and metabolism.  Grate some fresh ginger into a mug of warm water and squeeze in a lemon.  

Pears

Did you know that pears can boost your immunity? This crispy fruit is a super host to vitamins and minerals, which save you from many diseases synonymous to the monsoon. Also, it has copper, vitamin C, and vitamin B12. This fruit also has a natural antipyretic agent which helps in cooling the body and thereby easing the fever. 

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Turmeric

Now, this spice powder is considered the king of all spices. It is a natural antiseptic and antibiotic agent too. There is a reason why our ancestors ask us to drink turmeric-infused milk! It also helps keep the levels of blood sugar under control.  

Black Pepper

Sprinkle some black pepper to your food like eggs and khichdi. They are not tasty agreed but are very beneficial. They are amazing for people with fever, cough, cold, muscular pain, flu, and various respiratory conditions.

Apples

Apples are epic and also recommended by doctors. They should be a part of your diet as they make sure that your digestive system is functioning properly.

Beetroot

Either stir fry some grated beets with grated carrots or have it in your salad but do make them a part of your daily diet! You can add 10 to 12 toasted almonds to the mixture and sprinkle some sesame seeds to make it tastier. Why? Beetroots are a source of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals. They also have potassium, fibre, and folic acid and are low in calories.  

Green Tea

This is good for every season. It is full of antioxidants, it is a great stress reliever and warm too!

For more such food options which are apt for the monsoon season, stay tuned to HerZindagi.