Last Updated on January 21, 2024 by The Health Master
5 natural ways to boost your Immunity
Immunity, a good immune system is important to keep infections at bay. Especially in times of C-19 pandemic, we must take adequate measures to stay healthy.
Ayurveda, both a preventive and curative alternative medicine system, recommends some excellent techniques, herbs and spices to boost immunity.
A good immune system is important to keep infections at bay. Especially in times of C-19 pandemic, we must take adequate measures to stay healthy.
Ayurveda, both a preventive and curative alternative medicine system, recommends some excellent techniques, herbs and spices to boost immunity.(Pinterest, Kerala Tourism)
Golden milk or turmeric milk:
A cup of turmeric milk a day is believed to work wonders for your immunity. Turmeric has strong anti-oxidant properties and it also prevents inflammation of cells.
Besides, it’s good for your brain also as it has a compound called curcumin that helps in the growth of brain cells.
Half teaspoon turmeric powder in 150 ml hot milk can be taken once or twice a day for strong immunity. (Pinterest)
Nasya:
The simple practice of applying a few drops of ghee, sesame oil, or coconut oil in your nostrils can prevent the entry of infections. Nasya can be administered on an empty stomach an hour before taking bath.
Lie down with your head pulled back to put 4-5 drops in each nostril. Nasya is an ancient practice but is back in vogue after becoming popular in other countries.
Ayurveda experts say it is an excellent way to increase immunity as it helps to ward off infections by clearing the nasal passage.(Kerala Tourism)
Oil pulling therapy:
Oil pulling is a desi way of cleaning your mouth to remove bacteria and maintain oral hygiene. It is an Ayurvedic practice, in which edible oil is swished around the mouth and spat out.
As per Ayurveda, the practice of oil pulling improves your oral and nasal immunity. It hydrates the mucus membrane which in turn protects you from the onslaught of bacteria, virus and fungus.
It may also help reduce bad breath and prevent cavities. For oil pulling, take 1 table spoon sesame or coconut oil in mouth.
Do not drink, swish in the mouth for 2-3 minutes and spit it off followed by warm water rinse. This can be done once or twice a day. (Pinterest)
Consume Chyawanprash everyday:
Chyawanprash has a host of benefits and is especially beneficial in building immunity against the deadly C-19.
It works even better if prepared at home by making a mix of Amla and thirty other herbs combined with jaggery. The homemade chyawanprash can be consumed in all seasons everyday at least two times.
Chyawanprash, a rasayana as per Ayurveda prevents us from infections and prevents inflammation of body cells. It helps to purify blood and is beneficial for our respiratory system.(Pinterest)
Kadha or herbal tea:
A variety of spices with strong anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties can be consumed in form of herbal tea or kadha made from tulsi (basil), dalchini (cinnamon), kalimirch (black pepper), shunthi (dry ginger) and munakka (raisin) once or twice a day. You can add jaggery or lemon juice for taste.
FAQs on Immunity
Q: What is immunity?
A: Immunity is the body’s defense against harmful germs like viruses and bacteria.
Q: How does immunity work?
A: The body uses different tools to fight germs: quick but general tools (innate immunity) and specific tools that remember past germs (adaptive immunity).
Q: What are antibodies?
A: Antibodies are tiny soldiers that the body makes to fight off germs. They remember past enemies and help the body recognize and defeat them.
Q: Can I boost my immune system?
A: While you can’t supercharge it, you can help by eating well, exercising, sleeping enough, and managing stress.
Q: Do supplements help?
A: Some vitamins and minerals are important, but too many supplements can be bad. It’s best to get nutrients from food.
Q: Does getting sick make me stronger?
A: Mild illnesses can help build some immunity, but vaccines are a safer way to strengthen your defenses without getting seriously sick.
Q: What’s a vaccine?
A: A vaccine is a tiny bit of a germ that helps your body learn how to fight it off without making you sick.
Q: How do vaccines help immunity?
A: Vaccines teach your immune system to remember specific germs. If you meet those germs later, your body can fight them faster and better.
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