Why is immunity reduced during the rainy season?
According to Dr. Durga Damodharan ( Apollo Cradle & Children's Hospital, Chennai, India), during the rainy season, high humidity and fluctuating temperatures create favorable conditions for bacteria and viruses to grow, making the body susceptible to disease.
Lack of sunlight reduces vitamin D synthesis an important factor for the immune system. In addition, unsafe eating, poor hygiene and lack of exercise also contribute to weak resistance, making the body susceptible to colds, flu, intestinal infections and diseases transmitted by mosquitoes.
Common diseases during this season include:
Cold and flu.
Digestive infections.
Food poisoning.
Mouse-ited diseases such as dengue fever and malaria.
Boost immunity before and during the rainy season
Here are some tips from experts to boost your immunity:
Eat lots of seasonal fruits and vegetables
Choose types rich in vitamin C such as papaya, guava, pomegranate. They help the body fight infections effectively thanks to their powerful antioxidant properties.
Increase foods with natural antibacterial properties
Add turmeric, garlic, ginger and basil (tulsi) to your daily meals. These are traditional ingredients that help reduce inflammation, boost immunity and fight disease-causing bacteria.
Drink clean water
Avoid drinking water from unsanitary sources. Choose boiling water, water or bottled water to prevent disease from spreading through water.
Maintain physical activity
Although rain can limit going out, you should still exercise gently indoors to improve blood circulation and support immunity.
Get enough sleep
Lack of sleep reduces immunity. Make sure you sleep 78 hours a night to give your body time to recover.
Maintain personal hygiene and the environment
Wash your hands regularly.
Change to wet clothes immediately.
Wash vegetables and fruits with salt water or vinegar.
Only eat cooked, well-done foods.
In addition, supplementing vitamin D from foods (such as fatty fish, eggs, fortified milk) or taking a vien under the guidance of a doctor is also an effective way to maintain the immune system, especially on days with little sunlight.