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7 Tips To Prevent Diarrhea During Monsoons

prevent diarrhea during monsoonsMonsoons entice you and increase your cravings for street food. But these cravings can come at a cost. During monsoons, food and water are the two things that get contaminated easily. This eventually leads to diseases such as diarrhea, since this season is a time for germs and bacteria to breed in large numbers. To help you out, here are some tips to help you prevent diarrhea during monsoons.

Tips To Prevent Diarrhea During Monsoons 

  1. Drink boiled water
  2. Wash your hands before you eat
  3. Avoid outside food and go for homemade hygienic food.
  4. If you are eating in a restaurant, avoid leafy vegetables as you can’t be sure if it is cleaned properly
  5. Always eat well cleaned and washed vegetables and avoid leftover food
  6. Do not eat fish as it is breeding time and there are chances that you might get a stomach upset or an infection
  7. Avoid getting wet in the rains as much as you can to avoid all the bacteria around you

As our body is susceptible to infections, taking some precautions is good, but in case you do get diarrhea, here are few things you can do:

  • Boil water and drink throughout day as diarrhea dehydrates the body
  • Do not have solid food. Eat clear, liquid food initially
  • In case of less severe diarrhea, cooked rice and curd can be included gradually after a liquid diet
  • Drink lots of warm herbal teas, especially with antibacterial properties such as basil leaves, ginger, pepper and honey
  • Digestion process is slow during monsoon because of the humidity in atmosphere, so eat moderately only when you are hungry
  • Include antioxidant rich foods such as green tea, fresh fruits and nuts to fight against infections

We hope this article helps you. Do let us know your thoughts in the comments below. For more tips on getting healthier during monsoons, check out Healthy Reads or get these tips directly from your GOQii Coach by subscribing for Personalised Health Coaching here.

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5 Simple and Effective Home Remedies For Common Cold

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The common cold season is here, where common cold is not that common! Symptoms such as congestion, a runny/stuffy nose, sore throat, coughing, sneezing, body aches, low-grade fever and Malaise (general unwell feeling) run rampant! The Common Cold is an Upper Respiratory Tract Infection (URTI) mostly caused by the Rhinovirus. It is very common during this time of the year but can be managed well with these 5 simple home remedies!

5 Simple Remedies To Fight Common Cold Naturally

  1. Ginger Ale: Simply boil water, switch off the flame, add a crushed (inch sized) piece of Ginger to it, half tsp turmeric powder, a pinch of black pepper, and cover it for 3-5 minutes. Strain and have it with a tsp of raw organic honey. It works very well for clearing congestion, improve runny nose and also to relieve headaches and a sore throat.
  2. Chicken/Veg Broth: Boil chicken or any veggies of your choice with 1 onion, few pods of garlic, 1 inch piece of ginger, salt and black pepper. Once boiled, remove the onions, ginger, garlic, blend them and add them back to the broth. The anti-inflammatory properties in them will help reduce congestion, can open up a blocked nose, will give a soothing effect to the body and help in reducing any aches/pains.
  3. Lukewarm Water Gargles: Gargling with Lukewarm salt water works wonders to clear any throat itching/congestion, as salt has a tendency to absorb the water and along with it the infection causing Microbiota. Best time to do this is early in the morning after waking up.
  4. Honey-Pepper Mix: Mix 1 tsp of raw organic honey with a pinch of black pepper and half tsp fresh ginger juice. It is a good remedy to reduce dry cough. Works very well on an empty stomach.
  5. Hot Water Steam: Boil water in an open vessel, add a tsp of turmeric powder or Eucalyptus oil (1-2 drops) in it. Cover your head with a towel while covering the vessel. Take this hot water steam in the morning and evening for 10-15 mins to cure blocked/stuffy nose and/or Chest congestion.

A simple Tulsi leaf decoction will also work wonders in reducing the effects of Common Cold. If this article helped you, let us know in the comments below! Find more articles on staying healthy during the monsoon season here or speak to an expert by subscribing for GOQii’s Personalised Health Coaching here.

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3 Easy Tips To Help Heal From Viral Fever & Dengue

viral fever and dengueNo matter how much you try, getting caught in the rain or getting drenched cannot be avoided. This is often followed up by that dreaded sneeze that culminates into a fever which doesn’t leave your side for a few days. We’ve all been through this at some point or the other. Though there is something enchanting about the rainy season, it is also the time of the year when all the bacteria and viruses come out to play. These viruses and bacteria are responsible for problems like cold, cough, common flu, viral fever, and dengue, etc.

The most common fevers that can be seen during this season include dengue and viral fever. Some Symptoms include sudden spikes in body temperature, body pain, tonsillitis, reddening of the eyes, nausea and fatigue. If you have been experiencing this, it is time to take precautions!

3 Tips To Heal From Viral Fever & Dengue 

If the above-mentioned issues have placed their grip on you, you can break free using these measures:

1. Cheers to Papaya Leaves Juice

For this kind of fever, your best bet is to drink Papaya leaf juice. Papaya leaves have organic compounds which help in increasing your platelet count – something that hits a low when you’re affected by dengue and malaria. It also has Vitamin C, which helps boost your immune system so you can heal from viral fever quickly!

How to prepare: Take few papaya leaves and crush them to remove the juice from it.

2. Watch Your Water Intake

Keep yourself hydrated if you’re suffering from a viral fever. Water is one of the simplest and easiest ways your body eliminates toxins. The more water you drink, the more toxins will be eliminated. Also, drinking more water can relieve common symptoms such as headache and muscle cramps.

3. Basil/Tulsi Leaves to the Rescue

This is your go-to if all else fails! One can chew on basil leaves or you can drink a concoction of it. Basil/Tulsi Leaves have antibacterial and antiviral properties which can help you heal from viral fever and bacterial infections. It also strengthens the immune system.

How to prepare the concoction: Add 10-15 Basil Leaves to 1L of water and boil until it becomes half. Filter it and keep to cool. Drink this every one hour to help alleviate any kind of fever.

If you don’t find any relief from the above tips, visit or consult your doctor to rule out any other possibility of a flu or something more severe. Avoid any self-medication, especially antibiotics. Stay safe during the rains! Hope you found these tips helpful. Do leave your thoughts in the comments below!

Find more tips on staying healthy during the monsoon season here. You can also speak to a certified expert by subscribing to GOQii’s Personalised Health Coaching here.

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6 Ways To Keep Your Kids From Falling Sick During Monsoon

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You can’t deny the fact that children love the monsoon. The sheer joy of getting drenched or playing a game of football on a mucky field is an out of the world experience for them. Whereas for parents, it brings in a little worry. How can you keep your kids from falling sick during monsoons?

During this season, you can often find an increased rush at a pediatrician’s clinic and pharmacies while attendance at school slowly drops. Many new parents aren’t aware that with a few disciplinary measures and conscious effort, we can keep our kids from falling sick and enjoy the monsoon to the fullest.

Tips To Keep Kids From Falling Sick During Monsoon

Here are a few simple yet effective measures and home remedies to help you keep your kids from falling sick.

1. Keep Them Hydrated

Frequent intake of water is needed to flush the toxins accumulated in the body out. Ensure that your kids are drinking clean, filtered water. Contaminated water is the most common reason for monsoon infections. Keep their sippers and water bottles ready with boiled or filtered water well within their reach. If the weather is cold, encourage them to drink lukewarm water as cold water can cause mucosal spam in the respiratory muscles which can make it prone to various respiratory disorders like throat infections, cold, cough, etc.

2. Appropriate Clothing and Footwear

Plan their outfits according to the weather. For instance, during humid days, make them wear loose cotton clothes. This will help their skin breathe without obstructing sweat glands. On cold, rainy days, warm clothing is a must. For a rainy outing, apart from an umbrella and a raincoat, don’t forget to make them wear knee or calf-length gumboots which can prevent their feet from catching infections from collected rainwater on the road or the park.

3. Keep Your House Free of Mosquitoes

Along with netting your windows and doors, ensure that you avoid any kind of water logging or storage in and around your house. This includes swimming pools, flowerpots, coolers, etc. Accumulated water is the most common breeding ground for mosquitoes. This can help your kid steer clear of dengue and malaria which are common during monsoons.

4. Nutritious, Well-Balanced Meals and Healthy Snacks

Restrict the intake of street food as much as possible. Not just street food but also ordering from restaurants as rampant incorporation of infected vegetables or infected water are very high during this season. These are primary sources of illnesses during monsoon. Give your kids fresh home-cooked food and nutritious monsoon snacks such as steamy masala corn, roasted groundnuts, sandwiches, etc. You can also opt for healthy snacking options designed specifically for kids from the GOQii Health Store within the GOQii App.

5. Maintain Personal Hygiene

Regular baths, cutting nails, keeping yourself as well as the kids dry and cleaning/washing the hands before eating are basics. Apart from that, keep the house clean and sanitized at all times. These small measures go a long way in keeping monsoon bacteria and viruses away!

6. Boost Immunity With Superfoods

Include Vitamin C rich food daily in your kid’s routine. Squeeze a lemon in their curries or snacks. Give them steamed/stir-fried sprouted pulses as snacks. Make their meals and snacks vibrant i.e. colourful veggies such as cucumber, carrot, tomatoes and seasonal fruits for antioxidant power! Antioxidants in these will help destroy harmful toxins accumulated in the body. More colour in food means higher detoxification rate and a stronger defense against infections.

Instead of getting attracted towards commercial probiotics, look for the richest probiotic in your kitchen. Give them curd along with meals. Blend it to make Lassi or a smoothie with fruits. Don’t forget to incorporate Turmeric Milk before bed-time as Turmeric is an effective anti-inflammatory agent and an immunity booster.

Ginger, a naturally potent antibiotic and antiviral, is very effective in fighting the infections of the gut such as Typhoid. Give it mixed with honey or boiled in water with Tulsi (Holy Basil) and mint leaves. Asafoetida (Hing) is also very effective in strengthening gut health and treating different gastrointestinal infections. Add it to Pulses (Dal), curries or while cooking vegetables.

We hope these tips to keep your kids from falling sick this monsoon were helpful! Do you have special remedies you use to help your kids recover or stay healthy? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

To help your child get healthier and monitor their vitals on the go, you can opt for the GOQii Smart Vital Junior. It helps you track their vitals, step count, sleep patterns, etc. and you also get a personal coach who can monitor these activities and suggest changes. Explore all the features of the Smart Vital Junior here.

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