Avoid raw spinach, lettuce & cabbage. They often carry mud, bacteria, and insects. It’s hard to clean them properly during monsoon, increasing the risk of stomach infections.
Say no to roadside samosas, pakoras & chaat. Street food is often exposed to dirty water, flies, and reused oil—making it a major source of foodborne illness.
Skip raw sprouts like moong or chana. Humidity promotes bacterial growth in sprouts. Eating them raw may lead to stomach upsets and food poisoning.
Avoid fish and prawns during monsoon. It’s the breeding season and storing seafood safely is difficult in this weather. Contaminated seafood can cause severe infections.
Don’t consume fruit plates or juice from vendors. These are often left open, exposed to air and flies, increasing your chances of consuming contaminated food or water.
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