How to stay healthy in monsoon season.

We all desperately wait for monsoon season to come after experiencing the scorching summer season.But the seasonal changes also brings health issues.To stay healthy our body also needs some special care to be taken.Our body is more susceptible to illness in monsoon season with reduced immunity by that time.The occurrence of allergies,infection,indigestion problems etc are more common during this time.so to keep our body resistance to these diseases we must follow the healthy tips given here.

1.Avoid eating street foods.As these foods are prepared in bulk and have been kept for long time.

2.Don't eat raw salads, chutneys outside as raw vegetables are more prone to infection and may cause stomach problem.

3.Avoid eating more heavy,oily,spicy foods ,rather prefer eating soup,stews easy to digest food as our metabolism goes slow during monsoon.

4.Drink lots of herbal teas, especially those with antibacterial properties. These include ginger, pepper, honey, mint and basil leaves.

5.Include more fresh fruits and vegetables to boost immunity.

6.Avoid eating fried items, pre- cut fruits and juices from road side vendors and stick to high quality and hygiene.

Cardamom- more than an aromatic spice.

Cardamom has been used used in many dishes for its aroma.Apart from its aromatic properties,it also supports comfortable digestion,promote a healthy appetite and fresh breath.It also eliminates excess mucus from the stomach and lungs keeping it healthy.

This summer we are coming up with a refreshing drink that helps to detoxify and even helpful in reducing fever and throat infection.Tea lovers would definitely like it.To make this refreshing drink you need:

Diced ginger-3-4 pcs
Lemon juice-2 tsp
mint-1 stalk
Ice-5-6 pcs
honey-2 tsp
lemongrass-1 stalk
salt -1/2 tsp
water-1 litre

Method
put water in a pan and boil it for 7-10 minutes.Put ginger, lemon juice,3-4 mint leaves and lemon grass and cover up with lid for another 10 minutes to get it diffused.

Strain in a tall glass and put ice and pour ice and 2 tsp honey,garnish with mint leaves and serve chill.

Health benefits of Blueberries

Blueberries,a summer fruit helps to slow down the ageing process with its anti oxidant property.It is also known to lower the blood sugar level in type II diabetes.
It has manganese,potassium,zinc,copper and iron.It has the highest antioxidants than any other fruit,vegetable or herbs.This property of blueberries also help body defence against cancer and and cardiovascular stress.

In summer we get mint.Mint supports digestion without raising body heat. it is also know to relieve nausea and headaches and eases depression and fatigue.Mint when consumed in fever induce sweating to help it break.Its a very good summer cool herb.

Cool down in summer.

Summer hot can cause many health,skin and hair problems.

women in particular suffer from dehydration, bikni line rashes due to heavy sweating. here are few remeidies to be used for itching;

1.Neem oil or neem leaves paste when applied on the affected area help cure itching.

2. Drinking alovera juice empty stomach early in the morning cures skin disorder and itching.

3.Applying sandalwood paste or oil on itching areas will also help.

In coming weeks also we will be dealing with some of the topics related to summer only.

Ways to avoid summer fatigue

Summer fatigue, a condition brought on by prolonged exposure to the sweltering summer heat, leaves people feeling tired, lethargic and/or sleep-deprived. Many people lose their appetite and become irritated, while others suffer digestive problems such as diarrohea, constipation and/or giddiness.  Body tries to cool itself via perspiration. But when exposed to the heat for too long, some people’s bodies become incapable of making such adjustments. This should not be taken lightly.It may lead to dehydration, cramps and heat stroke. So here are the ways to avoid summer fatigue.

 Proper sleep is indeed essential to avoid and recover from summer fatigue.

Work out regularly. People who can sweat effectively are less likely to suffer from summer fatigue because their bodies are better conditioned to accommodate temperature changes. Regular exercise can prepare people for that. It also helps them build stamina to survive the summer.

A regular, balanced diet is key to staying healthy through the summer. Eat meals regularly. Summer vegetables such as tomato, eggplant and cucumber contain antioxidants that help protect against ultraviolet light. Local summer fruits such watermelon, pears , peaches are rich in the minerals that are lost due to perspiration.  Summer tangerine, rich in potassium and magnesium, is also good because its citric acid helps people recover from exhaustion.When you are tired, try taking B vitamins, as they help the body convert food into energy. Foods rich in  vitamin B include soybeans and milk. Drink sufficient fluids like freshlime with less sugar,coconut water, to keep yourself hydrated all the time.