Monsoon brings different memories to each one of us. For some it is playing and running in the rain as kids, to others having a hot cup of coffee or tea sitting by the window. For some others, it is eating a plate full of pakoras or staying sick due to seasonal flu. While monsoon has its own charm, it is also a season that brings along different diseases. Here are the top 10 food items to consume to maintain a better health during monsoon: 

Green peppercorns 
Green peppercorns contain Piperine, an alkaloid that has various health benefits. It also has a significant amount of Vitamin C and Vitamin K. Green peppercorns contain antioxidants that can help prevent serious diseases by deactivating free radicals. Green peppercorns can reduce gas by stimulating the production of hydrochloric acid, which improves food digestion. It also has antimicrobial properties, which means that it may be able to reduce the risk of food poisoning by eliminating the bacteria responsible for foodborne illnesses.