AVOID STREET FOOD IN MONSOON

5 REASONS TO AVOID STREET FOOD IN MONSOON

Published By Oishi Sarkar | 5 Jul, 2024

Why Monsoon ?

Eating food from the street presents a number of health risks because of the higher likelihood of contamination during the monsoon season.

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Here are 5 reasons to avoid street foods during monsoon.

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Germs 

Germs and diseases such as typhoid, dengue, indigestion, and conjunctivitis thrive during the wet season.

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Immunity

During the monsoon season, there are frequent cases of infections and diseases that are waterborne. Your immune system may be weakened by it.

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Spoilage 

Ingredients used in street food, such as meat, dairy, and sauces, can spoil quickly if improperly stored.

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Food Poisoning

Food poisoning symptoms like nausea, diarrhoea, and dehydration can result from consuming spoiled food.

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Hygiene

Rain, waterlogging, and muddy conditions make it difficult for street food vendors to maintain proper hygiene standards during the monsoon.

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