Monsoon 2025: Take care of yourself and your loved ones in the rainy season!

Rainy season in India, i.e. monsoon, brings relief from heat and a new life to nature. The greenery and cool breeze all around captivate the mind. But, this pleasant season also brings with it many health challenges and care needs. Changing temperatures, humidity and waterlogging create a favorable environment for diseases to flourish.

So, how to take care of yourself and your family’s health in Monsoon 2025? Here are some easy and effective tips, by adopting which you can enjoy the rainy season to the fullest and stay away from diseases.

Focus on Diet in rainy season.

The digestive system becomes a little weak during the rainy season, and the risk of infection increases.

Light and easily digestible food: Avoid heavy, oily and spicy food. Eat khichdi, porridge, soup, boiled vegetables and fresh, lightly cooked foods.

Drink boiled water: Drink boiled or filtered water to avoid water-borne diseases.

Seasonal fruits and vegetables: Eat vegetables like bitter gourd, bottle gourd, zucchini, tinda and seasonal fruits like jamun, apple, guava. These increase immunity.

Avoid eating outside: Stay away from street food or food sold in the open, as they have a high risk of infection.

Herbal tea: Herbal tea containing ginger, basil, black pepper prevents cold and sore throat.

Prioritize Personal Hygiene in rainy season.

Infections spread quickly due to humidity and dirt in the rain.

Wash hands frequently: Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after eating food, and after coming from outside.

Take a bath: Take a bath with lukewarm water after getting wet in the rain or on coming home. This helps to remove germs and prevent cold and flu.

Wear clean clothes: Change wet or damp clothes immediately, as these can cause fungal infections and cold.

Foot care: Keep feet dry. If socks or shoes get wet, change them immediately, as moisture can cause fungal infections (such as athlete’s foot).

Protect Yourself from Mosquitoes in rainy season.

Monsoons bring increased mosquito menace, spreading diseases like malaria, dengue and chikungunya.

Do not let water accumulate: Do not let water accumulate anywhere in and around your home. Empty water accumulated in coolers, pots, tyres, and on the roof immediately.

Use mosquito net: Use mosquito net while sleeping.

Apply repellent: Use mosquito repellent lotion or spray at home or while going out.

Wear full clothes: Wear full-sleeved clothes, especially in the morning and evening.

Keep Your Home Clean and Dry.

Moisture and dirt inside the house promotes diseases.

Ventilation: Keep the air circulation in the house good so that the humidity is reduced.

Keep the floor dry: Do not let water accumulate on the floor. Moisture can cause mold and bacteria to grow.

Use disinfectant: Use disinfectant to clean the house.

Check the roof and walls: Leaking roofs or damp walls can cause moisture and mold. Get them repaired.

Be Cautious When Outdoors.

Take extra care when going out in the rain.

Safe clothes and shoes: Wear a raincoat, umbrella and waterproof shoes.

Avoid waterlogging: Do not go through places where water is accumulated, as it may contain insects and infection bacteria.

Electricity precautions: Stay away from electric wires or poles, especially when flooded.

Boost your immunity.

A strong immune system will help you fight diseases.

Vitamin C: Eat citrus fruits like lemon, amla, orange.

Turmeric and ginger: Include these in your diet.

Adequate sleep: Get 7-8 hours of sleep every night.

Avoid stress: Stress can weaken your immunity.