As soon as the monsoon arrives, the risk of diseases increases in children, especially the problem of diarrhea (diarrhea) becomes very common. It becomes a matter of concern for parents. Actually, monsoon rains increase moisture in the atmosphere, causing bacteria and viruses to spread rapidly. These germs affect the health of all, from children to elders.
The main cause of diarrhea in this season is often wrong eating and rotavirus. However, the correct care can prevent the disease and it can also be cured. Keeping this in mind, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued some important guidelines, by following which you can keep your children healthy.
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Necessary suggestions of diarrhea prevention and correct food, Ministry of Health
The Ministry of Health has given some special and easy suggestions to avoid diarrhea in the monsoon and to overcome it. By adopting them, you can keep yourself and your children healthy:
Vitamin A supplements: It can be beneficial to take vitamin A supplements to reduce the severity of diarrhea.
Drink clean water: Always drink clean and safe water. This is the first step to avoid diseases.
Hand hygiene: Wash your hands regularly before eating and after using the toilet. This prevents germs from spreading.
Balanced diet: Throughout the year, it is very important to have a nutritious and balanced diet, especially during the monsoon season. Include ORS and coconut water in your diet. The electrolytes present in these help in completing the lack of water in the body.
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Avoid these things in case of diarrhea, advice for healthline
If you have diarrhea, some foods should be avoided as they can worsen the condition. Healthline has given a list of things that you should avoid:
Milk and dairy products: Do not take milk and milk things (such as milk protein drinks).
Fried and fatty foods: Avoid eating more oil, lubricating and fried.
Spicy and processed food: Stay away from too much spicy food and processed food, especially with adulteration.
Some non -vegetarian food: Do not consume pork (pork) and calf meat (veal), as well as sardin fish.
Some vegetables and fruits: Do not eat raw vegetables, onions, maize and all citrus fruits (such as orange, lemon). Avoid fruits like pineapple, cherry, seed berries, figs, raisins and grapes.
Alcohol and caffeine beverages: Do not drink alcohol, coffee, soda and any caffeinated or carbonated (gas) drinks.
artificial sweeteners: Do not use artificial sweeteners like sorbitol.
Diarrhea is a common but serious problem in children, which can be prevented from correct information and care.
Children can be kept healthy with clean water, hygiene, nutritious diet and timely treatment.#Stopdiarhoea2025 pic.twitter.com/bzhbabesnc
– Ministry of Health (@Mohfw_India) July 9, 2025
Disclaimer: The suggestions of this article are for general information. Do not take these suggestions and information as the advice of any doctor or medical professional. In the event of symptoms of any disease, please consult a doctor.
