Monsoon gut health: What to eat &amp; avoid

Monsoon gut health: What to eat & avoid

Written by: Mantasha Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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Foods to Eat for a Happy Monsoon Gut:

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Eat Freshly Cooked Food

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Cooked Vegetables

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Seasonal Fruits (with peels)

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Probiotics

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Foods to Avoid for a Healthy Monsoon Gut

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Street Food

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Raw Leafy Vegetables

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Cut Fruits & Juices from Outside

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