Fruits to Keep You Healthy this Rainy Season

For many, the onset of the rainy season has always been cause for worry. Aside from the rains making our daily commute more challenging, it can also pose threats to our health.
Just as there are certain fruits that help you beat the sweltering heat during hot and dry season (Fruits that Beat the Hot Weather), so are there fruits to keep you healthy when the weather turns wet. Below are some examples:

Guyabano – Hailed as the “miracle fruit,” the guyabano contains a natural product found in plants called acetogenins that fight cancer, and are believed to be 10,000 times more potent than Adriamycin, which is used in chemotherapy. Guyabano is also a rich source of Vitamins C, B1 and B2, potassium, magnesium, thiamin and dietary fiber. Such nutrients give your body energy while helping it fight fever, cough and colds and other viral infections.







Santol – Rich in Vitamins C, B, phosphorus, iron, and fiber that boost the body’s immune system and promote proper cell metabolism, the Santol can also be used as a treatment for skin problems such as rashes, psoriasis and other fungal infections that flood water may cause. Santol leaves can also be used as poultice to treat irritated skin and other skin diseases.







Rambutan –This fruit may look a bit scary because of its red, hairy shell, but experts don’t call it a “super fruit” for nothing. Rambutan has high fiber content, which facilitates the reduction of body fat. It is also a good source of Vitamin C, which helps in flushing out toxins, and fighting infections.

Lanzones – Don’t get fooled by its size! Lanzones, although small, is a fruit packed with nutrients that protect your body, not only from common diseases, but also against serious illnesses. Aside from being a good source of fiber, it also acts as a natural antioxidant, helping you maintain healthy skin and strong teeth. The skin of the fruit can also be used as a natural mosquito repellant. Just burn them a little and let the smoke waft through the room to ward off those pesky insects.







Atis – If you’re not a fan of sour fruits but need to consume Vitamin C, try devouring the sweet and creamy white flesh of soursop, known here in the Philippines as atis. This green, round fruit can supply you with an excellent amount of Vitamin C that boosts you immune system. It also helps control blood pressure, and strengthens muscles and bones. Atis is also a good source of fiber and potassium, which help relieve diarrhea and other intestinal problems.



Stay healthy with these natural wonders during the wet season! The next moment you see them in groceries, markets and roadside fruit stalls, grab the opportunity to stock up on these nutritious fruits to keep you and the whole family sickness-free even when it’s rainy.