Dos and don’ts for summer months
Think of the humid summer months, when many of us lose appetite and end up relying on liquid diets to gain energy. Keeping the coming humid summer months in mind, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare recently shared dos and don’ts related to food habits, one should follow during these months. Apart from the below-mentioned dietary tips, the Ministry has advised to stay indoors during the day, and also avoid direct sun between 12 noon and 3 p.m. (Image: istock)
Stay hydrated
As per experts, it is important to drink a lot of water throughout the day. Ayurveda suggests a minimum of 8–10 glasses of water daily. Nutritionists suggest that one can also add cucumber, lemon, mint leaves, and summer fruits to make flavourful infused water. (Image: istock)
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Salted drinks
When it comes to the human body, a balance of salt and sugar is necessary. To cover up the loss of salt due to sweating, the Ministry advised consuming beverages like lemon water, buttermilk, lassi, and fruit juices. It is also suggested to keep Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) handy for humid days to handle extreme dehydration. (Image: istock)
Eat fresh fruits
During the summer season, it is also suggested to consume fruits with high water content, including oranges, muskmelon, watermelon, lemons, mangoes, and cucumber. (Image: istock)
Avoid carbonated drinks
As per the Ministry, beverages such as alcohol, tea, coffee, and soft drinks contain high amounts of sugar and reduce body fluids, so one should avoid them during the summer months. (Image: istock)
Avoid high-protein foods
As per studies, high-protein foods are difficult to digest, so one should avoid them. The Ministry suggests opting, for plant-based foods and fresh vegetables instead. (Image: istock)
Avoid stale food
During humid months, avoid stale foods, as they often develop bacteria, and consuming them may cause stomach infection. (Image: istock)
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