Rains grip Delhi: From fish to leafy vegetables, foods to avoid this monsoon

Delhi-NCR experienced its first aggressive brush with monsoon on June 28. With rainy season upon us, take a look at this list of foods, best avoided

Friday, June 28 marked a historic day in the national capital region. As per the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi recorded 228.1 mm of rainfall — the second-highest since June 1936 when 235.5 mm of rainfall had been recorded. A typical bout of monsoon in India comes with its own set of joys and woes. While sitting by the window with a cup of chai in your hand, scenically gazing out at the pouring rain can be quite the enticing hobby, one really has not much control over their immunity falling prey to the humidity and fluctuating temperatures. You can however, take some preventive measures by avoiding certain foods for as long as it pours.

Leafy green vegetables, seafood and other food items to avoid during monsoons(Freepik)
Leafy green vegetables, seafood and other food items to avoid during monsoons(Freepik)

Leafy greens and vegetables

Leafy greens and vegetables are an absolute no-no during monsoon season. Vegetables like spinach, cabbage, lettuce and bok choy to name a few, contain high water content. The monsoon temperatures hampered by the humidity in the air makes leafy greens a very probable breeding ground for bacterial and fungal growth. If intense enough, it can cause stomach infections. These kind of pains and aches during gloomy season then, are best avoided.

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