Mosquito season is here and with it comes the sticky heat, the itch of surprise bites, and the constant buzz in your ear. While we’re quick to reach for repellents and creams, we often forget that our body needs nourishment from the inside too. Staying hydrated isn’t just about quenching thirst; it plays a major role in how your immune system, skin, and energy levels respond during these buggy months.
Water is always the gold standard. But sometimes, your body craves more, especially when sweating more than usual and losing electrolytes. There are plenty of delicious, functional drinks that go beyond plain water to help you stay balanced, cool, and bite-ready.
Healthy Beverages To Survive Mosquito Bites This Season
Coconut Water
Coconut water is naturally packed with potassium, magnesium, and sodium, replenishing electrolytes lost in sweat, especially if you're out and about or residing in a humid location. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce swelling and irritation from mosquito bites.
Herbal Teas
Not all teas are dehydrating. Herbal teas like peppermint, chamomile, hibiscus, and lemongrass are excellent for hydration. Some even come with added benefits:
- Peppermint: Naturally cooling, it helps regulate body temperature.
- Hibiscus: High in antioxidants and maintains healthy blood pressure.
- Chamomile: Excellent at soothing inflamed skin and calming stress.
- Lemongrass: Known for its mosquito-repelling properties in essential oil form, it’s also refreshing as a tea.
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Amla Juice
Mosquito bites aren’t just annoying, they can transmit diseases like dengue and malaria. This makes immunity a priority during the season, and amla (Indian gooseberry) juice is a potent ally. Packed with vitamin C, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds, amla supports your body’s natural defences and helps in faster skin healing. Amla juice is quite sour, so dilute it with water and add a touch of honey for taste.
Cucumber Mint Cooler
Cucumbers are over 90% water and packed with skin-loving silica. When mixed with mint, lemon, and a pinch of salt, this refreshing cooler rehydrates and reduces puffiness and inflammation, providing relief from sun-induced skin issues or bug bites.
Quick recipe: Blend ½ cucumber, a few mint leaves, 1 tsp lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and chilled water. Strain and sip.
Buttermilk (Chaas)
The heat and humidity can disrupt digestion, and that's where buttermilk comes to the rescue. Prepared with curd, water, and spices, such as cumin or ginger, this probiotic-rich beverage soothes your gut to calm and cool.
Buttermilk also contains lactic acid, which some believe has mild mosquito-repelling effects when excreted through sweat. While that’s still up for debate, your digestive system will thank you either way.
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Watermelon Juice
Watermelon juice is packed with water, electrolytes, and lycopene (a powerful antioxidant), making it a seasonal favourite. It helps combat heat exhaustion, supports skin repair, and satisfies sugar cravings without overdoing it. For an extra hydrating kick, mix in some lime juice or a pinch of black salt to balance electrolytes
Aloe Vera Water
Aloe vera is known for its skin-soothing properties, but drinking aloe water may help cool internal inflammation. According to DermNet, aloe vera is widely used to treat various skin disorders due to its soothing, moisturising, and cooling effects. It's particularly effective in treating minor burns, insect bites, and skin irritations, making it ideal during mosquito season.
Bottomline
With mosquito season comes the heat, humidity, and danger of bites. Your drinking routines could use an upgrade. Drinking beverages high in electrolytes, antioxidants, and skin-nourishing nutrients will do wonders in keeping your body cool, relaxed, and strong.
[Disclaimer: This article contains information for informational purposes only. Hence, we advise you to consult your professional if you are dealing with any health issue to avoid complications.]