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Ayurvedic principles in cooking and eating healthy in boosting Immunity

Ayurvedic principles in cooking and eating healthy in boosting Immunity

Given the current Covid-19 situation, the world’s attention has been turned to the immune system, our body’s defence network against potentially harmful bacteria, viruses and other organisms. The immune system plays a critical role in our response against infectious disease.

Similar to time, hopes, love and happiness, immunity is not something that we can simply fake, manufacture or buy. As a result, we should be striving to keep our immunity the strongest it can possibly be at all times. 

Scroll to the end for a very informative video on building immunity during Covid -19 Situation!


Ayurveda has a lot to offer in terms of building our individual immunity.

The 3 Things Ayurveda Suggests you should focus on for strong Immunity >>>      

 

        1)     Metabolism:

Metabolism is a term that is used to describe all chemical reactions involved in maintainingthe living state of the cells and the organism. There are a few simple herbs and spices in Ayurveda which help in digesting metabolic toxins, removing them from the cells and kindling metabolic fire such as:

  • ·        Black Cumin
  • ·        Cardamomm
  • ·        Dill Seeds
  • ·        Turmeric
  • ·        Coriander Seeds
  • ·        Fenugreek
  • ·        Ajwain
  • ·        Black Pepper
  • ·        Ginger powder

Simple Recipe to incorporate some of these in our day to day life:

  • Boil water with one or more of these herbs – dried ginger, black pepper, coriander seeds, basil leaves and cumin seeds.
  • Use half teaspoon of any one or a combination of a few of these herbs when preparing a litre of herbal water.

 

        2)     Digestion

Follow these 3 simple steps for a stronger digestive system:

  1. Eat at the proper time - Eat only when you are hungry and not by looking at the clock ; Eat at regular times each day; Space your meals in such a way that the first one is completely digested by the time you have your second
  2. Eat the proper quantity - Eat ¾ of your capacity; Eat as per body requirements.
  3. Cook your food - but not too much! Food should be soft and easy to chew but not mushy.

 

        3)     Circulation

Strong blood circulation is crucial in allowing body function to be at its best. It supplies oxygen to the brain and other organs, making it important for all cell processes. To improve blood circulation, Ayurveda can give easy to adapt suggestions for your cooking. 

Tip 1: Incorporate cardiac stimulants within the dishes you make to keep your circulation flowing - ginger, black pepper and cinnamon.

Tip 2 Tulsi – a strong vasodilator that clears your lungs, Enjoy a cup of warm Tulsi Tea

Tip 3: Turmeric invigorates the blood and keeps the circulation flowing.

Tip 4: Cardamom and Echinacea are great bronchodilator herbs to open and clear the lungs.

Tip 5: Scallions are great vasodilators.

Tip 6: Garlic improves circulation, clears the lungs, and is anti-viral.

 *In general aromatic and pungent spices keep the lungs hot and dry.*

 

Turmeric Golden Milk Recipe – Perfect for helping with circulation and metabolism

Turmeric powder blended with invigorating spices like black pepper, cardamom, nutmeg and dry ginger powder

         *Vegan Option: Use plant based milk*

USAGE DIRECTIONS:

1.    Stir one spoon in warm milk of your choice.

2.    Add sugar if needed.

3.   Drink Once or Twice a day


QUICK TIP – EAT  THE RAINBOW

Within the busy schedule we often find ourselves stuck in, an easy to follow method of ensuring you buy the correct food items during grocery shopping is by making sure you pick a fruit/vegetable from each colour of the rainbow.

      Why is this?

●   Colorful fruits and veggies are high in antioxidants and have phytonutrients, which fight free radicals and reduce inflammation, building strong immunity.

 

  Few examples which we can easily incorporate in our daily life:

●     Pomegranates and blueberries can help liquefy and expectorate stuck mucus.

●     Bright res Beet is laxatives which  help you to clear toxins.

●     Cucumbers reduce inflammation and are a mild diuretic.

●     Coriander  is known to calm down the immune system.



Some Ayurvedic Herbs and Spices that help                                     with Immunity: 


  • Trikatu - It is a unique blend used to support normal gastric function and normal circulation. It stimulates the digestive fire, or agni, proper bile flow, healthy detoxification and fat metabolism. 
Trikatu Powder by Ayurveda Heaven

  • Triphala - The common problems among many individuals is constipation and bowel irregularity. This can lead to poorer general digestion and liver function, less vitality. Triphala combines both nutritional as well as blood and liver cleansing (detoxifying) actions.It stimulates bile secretion as it detoxifies the liver, helps digestion and assimilation, and significantly reduces serum cholesterol and lipid levels throughout body. 

Triphala Powder by Ayurveda Heaven

  • Immunocare Plus - Due to need of the time at Ayurvedaheaven we have  handcrafted this unique blend of Guduchi, Ashwagandha, Brahmi herbs. These wonderful herbs helps to boost immunity and maintains health and vitality. This is recommended for all age groups even for people who have underlying conditions can take this blend safely . 

Immunocare Plus by Ayurveda Heaven

  

  • Golden Bliss – Ready made hand blend of  Turmeric powder with invigorating spices like black pepper, cardamom, nutmeg and dry ginger powder to use easily into golden milk recipe
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Ayurvedic Guidelines for building Immunity during Covid-19 Situation:


Stay Safe and Stay Healthy!

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