Some homemade  immunity-boosting measures for self-care during COVID 19 crisis

In the wake of the Covid 19 outbreak, entire mankind across the globe is suffering.
Enhancing the body’s natural defense system (immunity) plays an important role
in maintaining optimum health.
We all know that "prevention is better than cure". While there is no medicine for
COVID-19 as of now, it will be good to take preventive measures which boost our
immunity in these times.

Health measures and boosting immunity with special reference to respiratory health are:

1. Drink warm water throughout the day.
2. Daily practice of Yoga, exercise, and home activity to keep oneself active.
3. Spices like Haldi (Turmeric), Jeera (Cumin), Dhaniya (Coriander) and
Lahsun (Garlic) is recommended in cooking.
4. Take herbal Chyavanprash 10gm (1tsf) in the morning. Diabetics should take sugar-free Chyavanprash to boost immunity.
5. Drink herbal tea/decoction (Kadha) made from Tulsi (Basil), Dalchini
(Cinnamon), Kalimirch (Black pepper), Shunthi (Dry Ginger) and Munakka
(Raisin) - once or twice a day. Add jaggery (natural sugar)/honey with fresh
lemon juice to your taste, if needed.
6. turmeric  Milk- Half teaspoon Haldi (turmeric) powder in 250 ml hot milk -
once or twice a day.
7. Nasal application - Apply sesame oil/coconut oil or Ghee in both the
nostrils (Pratimarsh Nasya) in the morning and evening. It helps in improving immunity to fight the infection.
8. Steam inhalation with fresh Pudina (Mint) leaves or Ajwain (Caraway seeds)
can be practiced once in a day.
9. Lavang (Clove) powder mixed with natural sugar/honey can be taken 2-3
times a day in case of cough or throat irritation.
10. These measures generally treat normal dry cough and sore throat. However,
it is best to consult doctors if these symptoms persist.