Acharya Balkrishna of Patanjali Ayurved has shared an important health tip on social media. He explained why the body needs enough water during the rainy season.
According to Acharya Balkrishna, the weather stays cool during the monsoon. Because of this, people feel less thirsty. Many forget to drink water on time. As a result, the body can run low on water. This leads to weakness and tiredness.
The reason behind dehydration
Health experts say that in summer, heavy sweating triggers a strong thirst response. But in the monsoon, humidity and cooler air delay the brain’s thirst signal. Because of this, the body keeps losing water without a person even realising it.
Acharya Balkrishna has advised drinking at least 8 to 10 glasses of water every day. This amount is considered necessary for the body’s normal functioning. Water carries nutrients to every part of the body. It also keeps the digestive system working smoothly.
The medical field also agrees that water helps regulate body temperature. It lubricates the joints and helps flush out toxins from the body.
Risk of diseases from dirty water
Acharya Balkrishna has warned against drinking dirty water during the monsoon. He said that contaminated water can cause diseases like jaundice and typhoid.
Health department data also shows that waterborne disease cases rise during the monsoon months. Rainwater often mixes with drain and sewer water. This contaminates drinking water sources. As a result, diseases like cholera, diarrhoea and jaundice spread quickly.
In jaundice, the skin and eyes start turning yellow. Appetite drops and tiredness stays. In typhoid, symptoms include high fever, stomach pain and weakness. Both diseases spread through contaminated water and food.
Precautions to take
Doctors recommend always drinking boiled or filtered water during the rainy season. Water left open or served with street food should be avoided. Washing hands often with clean water and soap is also important.
Do not let water collect near your home, as this increases the risk of mosquitoes as well as water contamination. Keep drinking water covered and clean water tanks at regular intervals.