When the rains roll in, our cravings change, and so does our stomach’s mood. Sticky weather and tempting street snacks aren’t the kindest to your digestion.
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But there’s good news: your Indian kitchen already holds tasty, gut-friendly cures. Let’s celebrate monsoon season with food that feeds your gut, warms your soul, and keeps you feeling your best.
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Yogurt is rich in probiotics, beneficial bacteria that help maintain a balanced gut microbiome. Including yogurt, buttermilk, or fermented rice in your diet during the rainy season can help reduce bloating and improve overall gut health.
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Granny’s ginger tea advice is genius. Ginger helps combat bloating, alleviates nausea, and soothes an upset stomach. Grate some into your tea or dal.
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Apples, pears, and bananas are gentle, full of fiber, and keep digestion happy. Enjoy them as a snack or in a fruit chaat.
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Nothing soothes a monsoon belly like a bowl of moong dal. It’s light, easy to digest, and gives your body gentle protein. Think light khichdi.
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These herbs ease digestion and fight tummy bugs. Add them to salads, chutneys, or make a soothing herbal tea.
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Cumin (jeera) and fennel (saunf) help your stomach beat gas, acidity, and that heavy feeling. Sip on cumin water or nibble fennel post-dinner.
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-Prefer home-cooked meals. -Sip on herbal teas (ginger, mint, tulsi). -Steam or sauté veggies.
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