India, July 11 -- Monsoon is an unpredictable season, not just for the skies, which can shift from a romantic drizzle to a flooding downpour, but also for your health. The same unpredictability applies to overall well-being as the season commonly makes you vulnerable to waterborne illnesses like diarrhoea, typhoid, and viral hepatitis. While medical treatments help in the recovery from these illnesses, supporting the recovery period with nutritious food helps to make a difference in how quickly you can regain your energy. HT Lifestyle reached out to experts to understand more about waterborne illness, why they are prevalent in monsoon and what role diet plays in recovery.

Dr GJ Singh, director of internal medicine at Yashoda Super Specia...