The coming October means the weather change. One day it’s so cold you want to shower in hot water, the other it’s so warm that you sweat through your tank top. The fluctuating temperatures and sudden rains may feel scenic and beautiful, but they also mean the propagation of different types of diseases. It is important that we stay safe and healthy during this time, as even a small drop in our immunity can put us at risk of catching the flu. Seasonal flu always comes around October and April when the temperature indicates the slow change of the seasons. You can have a fever, headache, catch cold or cough. We have some simple ways that can help you battle the seasonal flu!
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Here are 5 home remedies that can help with seasonal flu:
1. Besan Ka Sheera
Besan Ka Sheera is an Ayurvedic recipe from Punjab made from besan, ghee, milk, turmeric and black pepper. It is a soothing hot drink for the throat and nose. Dr. Balwant Mardia of the 2S Wellness Center in Jodhpur says that “Ginger, Kali Mirchi, Turmeric, and other components can strengthen our bodies and boost immunity.”
You will need basic ingredients for these cough drops.
2. Homemade cough drop
This homemade cough drop is made with the goodness of ginger, honey and lemon. These three ingredients are known for their health benefits. Honey has a variety of antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. According to a 2012 study published in the Journal Pediatrics, honey helps treat persistent coughs.
3.Haldi Doodh / turmeric milk
Turmeric is known worldwide for boosting immunity, as are antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral agents that boost our immunity. Dr. BN Sinha, an Ayurveda expert, suggests drinking a glass of milk with turmeric twice a day.
Kadha has Ayurvedic herbs.
4. Kadha
We were all forced by our mothers and grandmothers to drink kadha when we got sick, there is a reason for that! Ingredients used in kadha such as tulsi and haldi are known for their immunity-boosting properties. Nutritionist Rupali Dutta recommends using tulsi as a home remedy when you feel sick.
5. carrot soup
Carrots are known to improve our eyesight, but that’s not all. Carrots help in the production of vitamin A, vitamin A protects against infection and reduces the risk of respiratory diseases. The warmth of a hot soup calms the body. Hence, carrot soup can help the body fight the flu.
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If you have any different home remedies to follow at home, let us know in the comments section below!
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