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Homemade Drinks to Boost your Immunity

The world has been facing a huge crisis for the past several months. Coronavirus (COVID-19) has affected almost all countries worldwide and there is no sign of an effective vaccine yet. The only way to protect yourself from this virus is - keeping proper hygiene and following social distancing. However, there are ways to boost your immunity and protect yourself from various infections.
One such way is homemade immunity drinks or kadhas. Kadhas are Ayurvedic drinks prepared with herbs and spices. These drinks are easy to make and might help strengthen your immune system.
Ginger and Apple Cider Vinegar
Ginger offers various benefits and offers relief from cold and fever. Also, apple cider vinegar offers various health benefits that make it one of the best homemade drinks to fight infections. This kadha also contains various anti-inflammatory properties.
Ingredients:
1 cup of Water, Ginger, Apple cider vinegar, Raw honey, Cayenne pepper
How to prepare:
Boil 1 cup of water for sometime
Add peeled and grated ginger
Cover and steep it for 5 mins
Add 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon raw honey and a pinch of cayenne pepper
Mix it and drink when warm
Cinnamon Drink
Cinnamon or dalchini is known to contain various medicinal properties. It is loaded with a wide variety of anti-oxidants and contains several anti-inflammatory properties. This kadha helps lower the blood sugar levels and might even prove to be the most effective homemade kadha to fight infection.
Ingredients:
Cinnamon powder, Water, Honey
How to prepare:
Take half teaspoon of cinnamon powder
Add it in a cup of water and boil it for sometime
Add a teaspoon of honey and drink this kadha for immunity
These were some effective and easy homemade drinks to fight infections. They may help offer relief from various health issues like cold, cough or fever. Here are some other useful kadhas and immunity boosters that might help strengthen your immune system and fight various infections.
Tulsi Drink
This homemade tulsi drink improves digestion, offers relief from any kind of cold or flu. You can have this drink 1-2 times a day as it helps boost your immune system and helps fight infections as well.
Ingredients:
4-5 Tulsi leaves, 1 Ginger, 3-4 Raisins, Black pepper powder (1/4 teaspoon), Cinnamon powder (1/2 teaspoon)
How to prepare:
Add two glasses of water in a pan
Add tulsi, black pepper powder, cinnamon powder, ginger and raisin
Stir this mixture and let it boil for around 15 mins
Let it cool down for a while and then strain it
Giloy Drink
Giloy is widely known for its health benefits as it helps boost immunity and fight free radicals. It has various anti-inflammatory properties, and its regular intake helps control blood sugar levels too. It is proven highly effective in fighting infections as well.
Ingredients:
Small branches of giloy (2), Holy basil leaves (7-8), Neem leaves (6-7), Cloves (5), Whole peppercorns (6), Ginger (1)
How to prepare:
Peel the giloy and chop it into small pieces
Add all the ingredients in a blender
Add 2 glasses of water and blend it
Heat the smooth paste in pan on medium flame
Add 2 glasses of water again and boil it
Wait till it is reduced to half and then strain it
Dashmool kadha
This homemade kadha carries various anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It offers relief from inflammation and even improves your overall health and well-being. You can drink this dashmool kadha 1-2 times a day.
Ingredients:
Dashmool powder, Water.
How to prepare:
Add 1-2 spoon of dashmool powder in one glass of water
Boil this mixture until it is reduced to half
Filter and strain it using a strainer
READYMADE IMMUNITY DRINKS
Immunobooster Kadha (100 gm x 2) - Dr. Sushma's Ayurveda Hub
Dr. Sushma’s Immunobooster Kadha is a herbal composition that helps strengthen your immunity. It fights cold, cough, sore throat, etc. It contains 24 natural herbs known to deal with flu and other respiratory problems.
Features
Helpful for good digestion
Might help boost immunity
Can help reduce acidity
Maharasnadi Kadha (Pack of 2 - 450 ml Each) - Lama
The Lama Maharashnadi Kadha helps treat various health issues naturally. This kadha for immunity is made using 100% Natural ingredients. The goodness of natural ingredients helps in building overall health.
Features
Assists in treating issues like arthritis, gout sciatica and spondylosis
Takes care of general wellness
Made using natural ingredients
Apple Cider Vinegar with Mother (500 ml) - Natures Velvet
Completely raw, unfiltered and unpasteurised apple cider vinegar by Nature's Velvet helps maintain a healthy lifestyle and should be a part of your diet. It promotes digestion, helps boost energy, boosts immunity, helps in weight loss, improves heart health, helps control blood sugar level, and clears acne.
Features
Aids in weight loss
Maintains health of the cardiovascular system
Helps control blood sugar levels
Apple Cider Vinegar With Cinnamon & Fenugreek - Dr Patkar
With a blend of Cinnamon & Fenugreek, it takes care of your health while maintaining the blood sugar level. This natural drink keeps your skin healthy & glowing, prevents infections, improves digestion, and boosts immunity.
Features
Loaded with anti-oxidants
Holds natural inflammatory properties
May improve blood circulation
To stay safe and protect ourselves during these trying times, we need to take proper care of our health and hygiene. You can drink any of these homemade kadhas to fight infections and strengthen your immune system. However, if you face any serious health issues, you need to consult a doctor for proper medication.
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