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When the monsoon arrives, the body tends to bear the brunt of seasonality, recurring colds, sore throats, tummy troubles, and a slowdown in immunity. That's when we instinctively need something warm, comforting, and sustaining. One of nature's antidotes that springs to mind is honey, not only for its natural sweetness but for its medicinal value as well. Loaded with antioxidants, enzymes, and antimicrobial properties, honey functions as nature's own medicine to boost the immune system and prevent seasonal infections.

The experts suggest incorporating honey into your monsoon diet in easy, innovative ways. More than a natural sweetener, it provides comfort during those dreary rainy days while also guarding the body against coughs, colds, and digestive issues. From being drizzled over fruits to being mixed into herbal teas or combined into warm preparations, honey not only provides flavour but also has medicinal benefits. In conversation with The Daily Jagran, Yusuf Galabhaiwala, Founder at HoneyAllDay, shares how you can add honey during rainy weather for improved health and comfort.

How To Incorporate Honey Into Everyday Routine In Monsoon?

Sweeten Your Teas With Honey

During the monsoon, tea almost doubles in quantity for most of us. Whether it’s masala chai, green tea or a herbal brew, swap sugar with honey. Yusuf Galabhaiwala shares, “It makes the tea smoother and leaves a warm aftertaste that’s very comforting.” One tip, though, don’t add honey to boiling liquid; let it cool for a minute before stirring.

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Start Your Day With Honey Lemon Water

This old combination works like magic. A spoonful of honey with warm water and lemon in the morning settles digestion and gives you a gentle energy kick. On heavy, humid days, it feels refreshing and light.

Add Honey To Fresh Salads

Not everyone thinks of honey with salads, but it changes everything. Mix honey, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. That’s all. Drizzle it over greens or even boiled veggies. It balances the flavours and makes healthy food taste better.

Honey In Monsoon

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Wholesome Honey Breakfast Bowls

Honey works beautifully with oats, porridge, or muesli. A drizzle on toast with sliced banana and nuts also makes a quick and filling breakfast. During a rainy morning, this feels both comforting and wholesome.

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Simple Remedies And Evening Snacks

For sore throats or that heavy feeling before a cold, honey with ginger juice in warm water usually helps. Yusuf Galabhaiwala shares, “If you want something light in the evening, try curd with honey. It’s cooling, easy to digest, and far better than fried snacks.”

These are small steps, but they add up. Honey doesn’t just sweeten food; it makes the monsoon feel a little warmer, a little kinder.