Viral-flu attack in monsoon, these ways will protect the body

The risk of spreading infection increases even more in the monsoon. In such a situation, along with enjoying the rain, there is a need to take care of health.The rainy season brings with it many diseases. On one hand, people get relief from the heat due to rain, on the other hand, due to change in weather, , health problems start occurring. the immunity of the person starts weakening and the ability to fight infection decreases. So let's know about some diseases that occur in monsoon and the ways in which immunity can be increased.

Common flu and viral fever-Usually this disease persists throughout the year. But, these diseases increase rapidly in monsoon. Due to the high moisture content in the air,micro-organisms get a suitable environment to grow. This increases the risk of spreading the infection. Its common symptoms include fever, sore throat, runny nose, watery eyes etc.Do not attempt to walk in dirty water to prevent bacterial, viral infection. Change shoes, socks, clothes from time to time. Take a hot water bath when you return home.

Food and Water Borne Disease - Lack of proper hygiene increases the risk of getting diseases like Hepatitis A, Cholera, Typhoid and Diarrhea. Consuming contaminated water and junk food has a bad effect on the body. This increases the risk of problems like stomach problems, fever, liver failure in some cases of hepatitis A.

Malaria and Dengue-Due to heavy rains, water gets accumulated in different areas, which stagnates over time. It acts as a breeding ground for mosquitoes. This increases the risk of getting diseases like malaria, dengue, chikungunya. Dengue reduces the blood platelet count in the body, which can prove fatal for for the person.

Apart from this, doors and windows should be closed before dusk, so that mosquitoes can be prevented from entering the house. Also, do not allow water to accumulate in the plants or near the house. Eat fruits - Clean and fresh food is essential to avoid diseases. Eat seasonal fruits like apples, berries, litchis, plums, cherries, peaches, papayas, pears and pomegranates. Apart from this, consume soup, which keeps the body healthy and helps in increasing immunity.asted sprouts, bhel etc. are one of the best options. Stomach related problems can also be avoided by this. Consuming herbal tea made from lemon, honey, ginger, clove, cardamom, cinnamon, basil etc. keeps the body healthy and prevents these diseases. Eat healthy which helps in increasing immunity. Exercise and meditate to keep your mental and physical health under control. Get full body checkup done from time to time.