Green vegetables to avoid during the rainy season
This is why health experts suggest avoiding consumption of certain foods during this season and leafy greens are also on the list! Well, here are some greens that must be avoided in this season.
Spinach
Palak, spinach is highly perishable and tends to trap mud, grime, and insects in its stems. During monsoon, the damp weather makes it more susceptible to bacterial and fungal growth, increasing the chances of gastrointestinal infections.
If consumed without thorough cleaning and cooking, spinach can cause stomach upsets or parasitic infections like giardiasis.
According to Sadhguru, green foods provide iron and fiber that aid digestion; cooking greens enhances digestibility but raw greens can help cleanse mucus from the digestive tract. Eating greens early in the day maximizes their laxative effects, promoting better digestive health over time.
Fenugreek Leaves
Methi leaves, though rich in iron and fiber, can harbor invisible germs and insects during the rainy season. The high moisture content in the air encourages the growth of mold and mildew on these soft, absorbent leaves. If not handled properly, eating contaminated methi may lead to bloating, indigestion, or even food poisoning.
Amaranth
Amaranth leaves can become slimy and develop bacterial growth in humid weather. Even when refrigerated, their shelf life is shortened during monsoon. Because these leaves tend to wilt fast, they can also carry contaminants from rainwater if not washed meticulously. Consuming spoiled chaulai may irritate the stomach or trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Mustard Greens
Mustard greens are coarse and can trap more dust, rain splatter, and pollutants, especially when grown near roadsides or open fields.
During the rainy season, these greens are more vulnerable to fungal infections such as mildew. Improper cleaning or undercooking can lead to gut disturbances or microbial infections.
Coriander
Fresh herbs like coriander often look appealing but are one of the riskiest during monsoon. Because they are usually eaten raw in chutneys or as garnishes, they often escape thorough cooking, a step that kills harmful microbes.
During the rainy season, dhania can carry E. coli and other bacteria that cause diarrhea and stomach infections.
Lettuce
Lettuce, rocket, and other salad greens are especially risky because they are eaten raw and are hard to clean thoroughly. Their creased surfaces and delicate texture make them ideal hosts for bacteria, especially if irrigated with contaminated rainwater. Eating these uncooked during monsoon can put you at risk of typhoid, cholera, or foodborne illness.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Hindustan Times
6 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Government offers free ultrasounds for pregnant women at private centres
LUCKNOW Pregnant women in the state capital can avail free ultrasound services at private centres with the help of e-Rupee vouchers. The facility, part of the Pradhanmantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA), aims to provide comprehensive care to pregnant women and reduce maternal mortality, said health authorities on Thursday. This facility will make it easier for pregnant women to access ultrasound services, especially in areas where government hospitals are overcrowded or far away. (Pic for representation) The health department has partnered with 75 private centres in the district to provide the free services to patients. The service has been extended to primary health centres (PHCs) in addition to district hospitals and community health centres. The move aims to make ultrasound services more accessible to pregnant women, especially those living in rural or far-flung areas, they informed. 'Under this campaign, pregnant women visit health centres on the first, ninth, 16th and 24th of every month. After getting registered at the centre, the women are advised ultrasound test by the doctor, while at the same time, their details are uploaded on the portal. The information starts reflecting on the portal instantly. When their details are sent to the bank, a QR code is sent by the bank on the women's registered mobile number. This QR code is the e-Rupee voucher by which women can get the ultrasound test done at private centres partnered with health department,' said Yogesh Raghuwanshi, district health and education information officer (DHEIO) at the CMO office. He said the e-Rupee voucher is valid for 30 days and can be revalidated at a government institution, if not used within the validity period. The officer informed this facility will make it easier for pregnant women to access ultrasound services, especially in areas where government hospitals are overcrowded or far away.
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Time of India
Hours after marriage registration, Data operator ends life in Karnataka's Kolar
Representative image BENGALURU: A 30-year-old man ended his life inside the premises of SNR District Hospital in Kolar (60 kms from the tech capital), just hours after his marriage was formally registered. The deceased, identified as Harish Babu, a resident of Nayakarahalli in Kolar taluk, was working as a data entry operator with the E-Hospital wing of SNR Hospital for over a decade. On Wednesday, Harish had his marriage registered at the sub-registrar's office in Kolar, in the presence of elders from both families. The couple, colleagues at the same hospital, had been in a relationship for some time. Sources said that following the registration, Harish returned to his native village with his mother. Later that evening, he came back to Kolar, citing official work at the hospital. However, during the night, he allegedly consumed liquor and took his own life by hanging himself with a bandage cloth inside one of the OPD sections of the hospital. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru The incident came to light on Thursday morning, sending shockwaves among hospital staff and locals. Colleagues recalled that Harish and the woman had been in a relationship for several years. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo The woman, a fellow data entry operator from Gandhinagar in Kolar, had reportedly been urging Harish to marry her. Although their families had recently come together to formalize the relationship, sources said Harish appeared reluctant in the days leading up to the wedding. According to those familiar with the couple, a meeting involving elders from both sides was held near Kolar Railway Station on July 1. It was agreed that the marriage would be registered immediately, with ceremonial rituals to follow after the inauspicious Ashada month. However, after the registration, Harish seemed withdrawn. Police suspect that he took the extreme step around midnight. While the exact reason for the decision remains unclear, preliminary inquiries suggest emotional strain surrounding the marriage may have played a role.
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Green vegetables to avoid during the rainy season
The rainy season brings with it a wave of infections, allergies and season borne ailments that happen due to excessive humidity and moisture, which further acts as a catalyst for breeding of harmful bacteria and pathogens. This is why health experts suggest avoiding consumption of certain foods during this season and leafy greens are also on the list! Well, here are some greens that must be avoided in this season. Spinach Palak, spinach is highly perishable and tends to trap mud, grime, and insects in its stems. During monsoon, the damp weather makes it more susceptible to bacterial and fungal growth, increasing the chances of gastrointestinal infections. If consumed without thorough cleaning and cooking, spinach can cause stomach upsets or parasitic infections like giardiasis. According to Sadhguru, green foods provide iron and fiber that aid digestion; cooking greens enhances digestibility but raw greens can help cleanse mucus from the digestive tract. Eating greens early in the day maximizes their laxative effects, promoting better digestive health over time. Fenugreek Leaves Methi leaves, though rich in iron and fiber, can harbor invisible germs and insects during the rainy season. The high moisture content in the air encourages the growth of mold and mildew on these soft, absorbent leaves. If not handled properly, eating contaminated methi may lead to bloating, indigestion, or even food poisoning. Amaranth Amaranth leaves can become slimy and develop bacterial growth in humid weather. Even when refrigerated, their shelf life is shortened during monsoon. Because these leaves tend to wilt fast, they can also carry contaminants from rainwater if not washed meticulously. Consuming spoiled chaulai may irritate the stomach or trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Mustard Greens Mustard greens are coarse and can trap more dust, rain splatter, and pollutants, especially when grown near roadsides or open fields. During the rainy season, these greens are more vulnerable to fungal infections such as mildew. Improper cleaning or undercooking can lead to gut disturbances or microbial infections. Coriander Fresh herbs like coriander often look appealing but are one of the riskiest during monsoon. Because they are usually eaten raw in chutneys or as garnishes, they often escape thorough cooking, a step that kills harmful microbes. During the rainy season, dhania can carry E. coli and other bacteria that cause diarrhea and stomach infections. Lettuce Lettuce, rocket, and other salad greens are especially risky because they are eaten raw and are hard to clean thoroughly. Their creased surfaces and delicate texture make them ideal hosts for bacteria, especially if irrigated with contaminated rainwater. Eating these uncooked during monsoon can put you at risk of typhoid, cholera, or foodborne illness.
