India, Aug. 3 -- The rainy season brings much-needed relief from the heat, but it also coincides with a noticeable rise in digestive problems. Many people experience bloating, acidity, indigestion, stomach infections, nausea, diarrhoea, or constipation during the monsoon.

Air Cmde (Dr) Bhaskar Nandi shared with HT Lifestyle why that happens, and what preventive measures one can take against it.

According to Dr Nandi, the rise in indigestion during the rainy season is the combined effect of a number of reasons. These include:

These create ideal conditions for bacteria, viruses, and parasites to thrive. At the same time, people often consume more fried snacks, street food, and sugary beverages during the rains, further increasing the bur...