The monsoon season is when you can't get enough hot cups of ginger tea with crispy pakoras and bhajiyaas and want all kinds of spicy and unhealthy food. Eating too many high-calorie foods can cause acidity, bloating, and other digestive disorders, in addition to unwanted weight gain that might stymie your weight loss efforts. However, they may always be replaced with healthy alternatives that act to increase your immunity and protect you from illnesses. So, instead of drinking your ordinary tea with too much sugar, consider substituting it with lemongrass tea. Popcorn can be used in place of chips and other fried foods.

Smitha Shetty, a Lifestyle Nutritionist suggests the top 4 monsoon foods one should enjoy when it is raining to satisfy taste buds as well as boost immunity.

1. Popcorn

Popcorn

When I say popcorn, I'm not referring to the yellow American corn. Choose local white corn that has been popped in a white butter with black salt.

How does it help?

Because popcorn is a whole grain, it lowers the risk of lifestyle diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. It is also high in phenolic acids, which are antioxidants.

2. Jamun

Jamun is also considered to be an important herb in Ayurveda.

Jamun is highly recommended by Ayurveda for treating heart conditions, arthritis, asthma, stomach pain, bowel spasm, flatulence, and dysentery.

Jamun's diuretic effects flush toxins from the kidneys, while its high fibre content aids digestion.

3. Amla Murabba

Amla Murabba

It boosts immunity, especially during the rainy season, which brings plenty of diseases with it. Amla, or Indian gooseberry, also helps with stomach issues. It is high in antioxidants and will keep you looking and feeling young every day.

4. Lemongrass tea

Lemongrass tea

The calming effect that this tea provides is amazing. It lowers anxiety in just a few minutes. It also helps in preventing several infections during the monsoon. Also, it curbs bloating.