Herbal Drinks Suitable For Consumption During The Rainy Season, Here Are The Recommendations

Illustration of herbal drinks that are delicious to consume during the rainy season (Freepic)

JAKARTA - Herbal drinks can be an option to be regularly consumed during the rainy season. In addition to the benefits of keeping the body warm, herbal drinks can also keep the body prime.

According to a nutritionist from the Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital (RSCM) Jakarta, Fitri Hudayani said, changes in air temperature that tend to be cooler during the rainy season can affect the body and make it more susceptible to disease, such as flu, cough, and runny nose.

To overcome this condition, it is important to maintain health by eating nutritious food. One of them is by making warm drinks from herbal ingredients such as ginger, lemongrass, cinnamon, or temulawak," he explained as quoted by Antara.

These herbs not only help warm the body, but also have a smell that can provide a sense of calm for the body and mind. "

"All these ingredients contain antioxidants that can help maintain overall body health," explained Fitri.

Fitri also reminded that in serving herbal drinks, it is important to pay attention to the amount of sugar used. He recommends replacing sugar with natural sweeteners, such as honey.

The way to make this herbal drink is no different from usual. However, it is important to reduce the consumption of fatty foods and those that contain high sugar so that nutrition remains balanced, and the body is more optimal in facing the rainy season," he added.

Regarding the processing of herbal ingredients, Fitri emphasized the importance of ensuring the cleanliness of all the ingredients used. This is to avoid health problems such as diarrhea, which often occurs during the rainy season due to environmental changes, such as increasing the number of flies and the presence of dirty puddles around the residence.