01/9Easy immunity boosting recipes

Easy immunity boosting recipes

As Coronavirus (COVID-19) infections in India now stands at 28, it has been mentioned by the Ministry of Health that it is important to take precautions that include washing hands frequently, covering face while sneezing and coughing and use mask regularly. While these are the basics that will help you protect from the virus, it is important to boost your immunity to stay safe from the disease. We all have grownup hearing about grandma’s immunity boosting tricks and recipes that can be easily made in the Indian kitchen. You may try one or more of these, depending upon which one can you follow easily. And trust us, they do work!

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02/9Amla or Gooseberry

Amla or Gooseberry
It is a powerhouse of nutrition and is matchless in its power to boost the body's immunity. Have half a teaspoon of crushed fresh amla with 1 crushed garlic clove on an empty stomach. readmore

03/9Tender neem leaves

Tender neem leaves
Traditionally in India, tender neem leaves were consumed by people on an empty stomach and it was believed to be a potent blood purifier. It has antiviral and antibacterial properties and is believed to increase the body's immunity. readmore

04/9Kadha

Kadha
Make a warm tea with few tulsi leaves, a piece of ginger and a dash of black pepper. All these ingredients play an important role in fighting illness-causing bacteria and increase the body's immunity. readmore

05/9Orange juice with pepper

Orange juice with pepper
Drink a glass of fresh orange juice daily to which a pinch of pepper has been added. It is loaded with antioxidants and is a rich source of Vitamin C. It will naturally help in boosting your immunity. readmore

06/9Ginger-tulsi

Ginger-tulsi
All you need to do is, take juice of fresh ginger, crush some tulsi leaves in it. Add a teaspoon of honey to it. Consume it daily to get relief from cough and increase the body immunity. readmore

07/9Tulsi-Peppercorn

Tulsi-Peppercorn
Begin your day with home grown tulsi leaves along with organic honey and freshly crushed peppercorn. Take 5-7 leaves, add two crushed peppercorns with one teaspoon honey and consume immediately on an empty stomach and do not drink water after this. readmore

08/9Immunity balls

Immunity balls
Take one teaspoon powdered turmeric, 1 tsp jaggery, 1 tsp cow ghee and 1 tsp dry ginger powder. Mix well and make into small round balls. Have 2-3 daily. readmore

09/9Turmeric milk

Turmeric milk
We all know that the combination of milk and turmeric is always good for boosting the immune system. During this viral season, make sure that you add have half a teaspoon of turmeric in one cup of boiled milk. Mix well and drink hot. It is suggested to consume milk at night 20-30 minutes before going to bed.

Note: While we report on the spread of coronavirus in India, we also need to emphasise that the need for caution shouldn't lead to an atmosphere filled with anxiety and fear. We stand by #CautionYesPanicNo
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