Cool raindrops brought on by the monsoon awaken our senses from the summer slumber. It is the time of year for nourishing fresh growth. And by nourishing, we mean that your primary area of concentration should be your monsoon diet.
Gourds such bottle gourds, bitter gourds, ash gourds, ridge gourds, snake gourds, and other abundant vegetables are at their best during the rainy season. In addition to gourds, the monsoon harvest also yields cucumbers, tomatoes, beans, and okra.
Including a lot of these vegetables in your daily diet can help to promote immune function and healthy gut health. However, during the monsoon season, consuming some veggies may have a negative impact on your immune system.
Here is a list of vegetables that you should avoid eating during the monsoon season:
1. Green leafy vegetables
“The monsoon is the ideal season for the development of several germs and microorganisms that can readily taint these green veggies. Additionally, the soil in which they grow may be exceedingly contaminated, making it very simple for them to seep into the leaves of these vegetables. They can locate their new habitat more readily in plants with more leaves. Therefore, it would be best to stay away from them. However, if you must eat them, make sure to boil and then cook them for at least 30 minutes to kill the bacteria.” says a renowned nutritionist.
2. Eggplant
Alkaloids, a class of chemical substances, are present in the purple bulb-like veggie. To defend themselves against insects and vermin, many veggies produce these poisonous compounds. Consumption of eggplant or baingan should be restricted because the peak insect invasion occurs during the monsoon season. Hives, scratchy skin, nausea, and skin rashes are all indications of an alkaloid allergy.
3. Cauliflower
Cauliflower, also known as phool gobhi, has leaves that resemble those of the cabbage family with a high moisture content. Due to its similarity to cabbage, another member of the same botanical family as cauliflower, it is very simple to confuse the two. Because it contains substances known as glucosinolates, which can be problematic for those who are allergic or sensitive to them, cauliflower should mostly be avoided during the monsoon season. By avoiding eating them at all, you can prevent these chemicals the best.
4. Bell peppers
In the summer, bell peppers are a highly popular vegetable. They are delicious and packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. However, include bell peppers in your monsoon diet can have negative effects. They contain substances called glucosinolates that, when chopped or chewed, transform into isothiocyanates. When consumed raw or cooked, these compounds might result in nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and respiratory difficulties. Typically, the symptoms last for several hours following the meal. So it is preferable to stay away from them entirely.
Ms Kalinga