Summers bring a lot of challenges to our gut health.
Scroll down to read how you can maintain your gut health in the summer.
The intense heat during the summers often lures us into drinking chilled cokes and consuming spicy street food that tastes delicious but is not good for our gut health.
Read on to learn how you can maintain your gut health in the summer.
Stay Hydrated The scorching summer heat leads to dehydration which weakens our immune system and thus leads to digestive issues.
Summers bring a lot of challenges to our gut health. Scroll down to read how you can maintain your gut health in the summer.
The intense heat during the summers often lures us into drinking chilled cokes and consuming spicy street food that tastes delicious but is not good for our gut health. The threat of gastrointestinal issues like diarrhoea and vomiting is quite common in summer. In light of the same, we spoke to Dr Apurva Pande, Consultant in the Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Fortis Hospital Greater Noida. Read on to learn how you can maintain your gut health in the summer.
Stay Hydrated The scorching summer heat leads to dehydration which weakens our immune system and thus leads to digestive issues. It is advisable to prioritise hydration and consume plenty of fluids throughout summer days. You can drink herbal teas, fruit juices, and smoothies to boost immunity naturally. Also, don’t forget to consume 8 to 10 glasses of water every day to keep your body hydrated.
Consume Probiotics Consider adding probiotics-rich food like yoghurt to your meals to enhance the balance of beneficial bacteria in your gut. You can also include fermented foods such as idli, and dosa in your diet.
