India, April 23 -- As summer temperatures soar, cold, refreshing beverages become even harder to resist. In these sweltering moments, we may find ourselves tempted to grab unpackaged drinks from street vendors or the familiar chilled water from the cart when we're stuck in the heat. However, it's essential to stay cautious during this time and be mindful of what we're consuming. (Also read: Dermatologist says never use these 3 skincare products on your kids: 'Talcum powder can cause respiratory diseases' )

Dr Saurabh Arora, managing director, Auriga Research, shared with HT Lifestyle some basic tips, which we can all follow to stay safe throughout the summer and protect ourselves from waterborne or beverage-borne diseases.

"First and fo...