Across the world, entire mankind is suffering with fear in the midst of the Covid 19 pandemic. Efforts to improve the natural mechanism of protection (immunity) of the body plays a key role in preserving optimum health.
We all know that prevention is better than cure. Although COVID-19 does not have a medication as of now, it would be nice to take preventive measures to improve our immunity.
According to an advisory released by the Ayush ministry, it has stressed more focus on taking more liquids, citrus juices and other nutritious foods to boost the immune system of an individual .We all must take all the necessary safety precautions like regular washing of hands and covering their face with masks.
Undergoing Ayurveda treatments now is highly preferred as combined with dietary routines and lifestyle modifications to ward off the imbalances in the body as well as to boost the immunity.
With an aim to direct the people to stay fit and gain immunity towards any quite viral infections in these times of widely spreading COVID -19 viral. Here are few suggestive self-care guidelines for preventive health care of the people.
Dietary Regimens
- Include easily digestible food in your diet.
- Consume Homemade decoctions with clove, turmeric, ginger, pepper, tulsi and cinnamon to increase immunity levels.
- Consume foods having sour, sweet and salty tastes( good for monsoon season)
- Include ginger, garlic, black pepper, asafoetida and lemon in diet for better digestion.
- Eat cooked vegetables than eating raw salads.
- Have legumes like moong dal, chickpea, corn, gram flour and vegetables like bottle gourd, snake gourd, okra etc.
Lifestyle advice
- Panchakarma treatments are highly recommended to boost immunity and to prevent the onset of illness.
- Basic social distancing, covering mouth, clean hands is a must
- Keep the body covered with adequate clothing, mask and take bath end of the day for safer side
- Practice regular exercise and pranayama (breathing)
- Nasal application – Apply sesame oil/coconut oil in both the nostrils (Nasya) in morning and evening. Or nasal wash with warm salt water
- Gargling with salt water or Steam inhalation with one drop
Ayurvedic treatments to be practised during Pandemic
Our Ayurveda treatments helps to remove toxins from the body and enhance the power of five senses and get back the vitality both at physical and mental level. The set of five therapeutic treatments customized to patients for better immunity.
Preferred panchakarma during Covid would be:
- Classical Detox
- Classical nasal Cleanse
- Followed by immunity booster Rasayana therapy with herbs as Immunomodulators (kits)
So, do not panic , we all need to learn to rejuvenate and recuperate naturally with the intense increase in the number of coronavirus cases.
Care for yourself and your loved once with Ayurveda immunity booster
Article by
Dr Anitha Bhat
Ayurveda Senior Physician
