Healthy Drinks Natural Therapy part 1

 At a time when the entire world is dealing with an unprecedented crisis due to COVID-19, people have become more conscious about their diet and health. The lockdown has made everyone devour on home-made, healthy food, rather than feasting on unhealthy or fatty junks. Apart from that, people are also looking forward to boosting their immunity to reduce the risk of infection.We all feel like drinking something whole day hot or cold depending on the weather.In summers cool refreshing drinks go pretty well with our body giving a soothing effect  beside preventing us from dehydrating in scorching heat .On other hand hot drinks keep us warm and comfortable in chilling winters . I am going to tell about healthiest drinks in India which are my absolute favourite and you can include it in diet throughout the year .These drinks will solve your digestion,skin- related , energy kidney,liver,heart, immunity, detox and weight issues effectively.They are served as pure nectar for the body . You will get to know types, benifits, recipe and also when and how to consume them to gain maximum advantage of it.

IMMUNE BOOSTING DRINKS

The stronger your immune system, the less chance you’ll have of falling ill and if you do, the quicker you will recover. To make sure your immune system is in the finest condition, it pays to think about what you are putting into your body.

Honey lime water

( Add 2 tbs of lime + 1 tbs honey + 250 ml warm water)

How does it strengthen your immune system
• Control common cold and cough.
• Boost energy.
• Diuretic
• vitamin C

Tomato Mint Juice

( Add 410 Tomatoes in mixer+1 tbs ginger+1 tbs mint +1/4 tbs black salt+ 1/8 tbs black pepper)

How does it strengthen your immune system

• Nutrients and antioxidants.
• vitamins for the day

Turmeric tea

Fresh turmeric grated – 1tbsp or 2 tsp turmeric powder

Lemon juice 1 tbsp

Unpasteurized honey – to taste (optional)

Water 4 cups

How does it strengthen your immune system
The main element of this drink is turmeric. It contains a compound called curcumin which modulates the immune system. Turmeric tea’s strong anti-inflammatory properties can help ease inflammation and pain as well.

spiced tea

Ginger grated – 1 tbsp

Peppercorns – 2

Cinnamon – 1-inch stick

Cloves – 2

Star anise – 1

Cardamom pod – 1 crushed

Unpasteurized honey – 1 tbsp

Tulsi leaves – a handfull

How does it strengthen your immune system

This tea is anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory and rich in compounds that help ward of infections. The phytonutrients in raw honey have anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties that can help to boost your immune system and fight sickness.

Ginger and apple cider vinegar soother

1 cup water

1-inch ginger peeled and grated

1 tsp unpasteurized apple cider vinegar

1 tsp raw honey

a pinch of cayenne pepper

How does it strengthen your immune system

Ginger contains chemicals called sesquiterpenes that target cold viruses. Cayenne peppers contain a high amount of capsaicin that suppresses a neuropeptide involved in inflammatory processes. ACV contains beneficial bacteria and prebiotics that can have a positive impact on immune health.

Immune boosting green juice

Coriander leaves – 1 cup

Mint leaves – 1 cup

Baby spinach – 1 cup

Apple or pear – 1

Cucumber – 1 cup chopped

Lemon – 2 tbsp

Black salt – a pinch

How does it strengthen your immune system

This juice is rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Folic acid and other antioxidants that prevent inflammation and help the body fight infections.

Golden milk

2 cups of unsweetened almond milk

½ cup light coconut milk

2 tbsp raw honey

1 tsp Haldi powder (turmeric) or fresh grated turmeric

½ tsp ginger, ground

½ tsp black pepper powder

1-inch piece of cinnamon

How does it strengthen your immune system

The active ingredient, curcumin, found in turmeric boosts the body’s antioxidant capacity by being highly effective against free radicals. The spices and the nut milks which provide good fats have an anti-inflammatory action on the body.

Hot lemonade

4 fresh garlic cloves – chopped

1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated

 1-inch cinnamon stick 

4 cups water

Juice of 1 lemon

2 tbsp raw honey

1 tbsp mint leaves

How does it strengthen your immune system

Ginger and garlic contain antimicrobial compounds that help in treating infectious diseases. The antioxidants in cinnamon have anti-inflammatory effects, which may help lower your risk of disease.

Evergreen Smoothie

1 cup of baby spinach

A handful of mint leaves

½ cup of bottle gourd/ cucumber

½ cup of curds

A pinch of rock salt

¼ tsp jeera powder

A piece of amla or ½ tsp lemon juice

1 cup ice cubes

How does it strengthen your immune system

Spinach is packed with numerous antioxidants like Vitamin C, beta carotene, which may increase the infection-fighting ability of our immune systems. The good bacteria in curd helps boost the immune system and reduce the incidences of attacks by harmful microorganisms.

Spiced pumpkin soup

3 cups red pumpkin cubes

1 tsp olive oil

1/4 cup chopped onions

garlic 1 tsp chopped

cinnamon powder 1/2 tsp

nutmeg powder 1/4 tsp

jeera powder 1/2 tsp

salt and pepper to taste

1 tsp dried thyme or oregano

1 cup thin coconut milk 

Great immunity booster and protects the body from free radical damage. Cinnamon and nutmeg fight inflammation, help ward off infections and heal damaged tissue. Coconut milk contains lauric acid that is known for its antiseptic properties 

Tomato Rasam

2 tomatoes chopped

Garlic cloves 3 sliced

Tur dal 1 tbsp

Tamarind 1 lemon sized ball

Cumin seeds 1 tsp

Black peppercorns 1 tsp

Asafoetida 1/4 tsp

Curry leaves 2 sprigs

Coriander leaves – 1 tbsp

Salt to taste

For tempering – 

coconut oil 1 tsp

mustard seeds – 1 tsp

turmeric powder 1 tsp

curry leaves 1 sprig

dry red chili – 1

How does it strengthen your immune system

Tomatoes provide the three major antioxidant vitamins: beta-carotene, vitamin C and vitamin E which protect cells from damage. Coconut oil contains lauric acid and caprylic acid, which can easily fight off the bacteria and viruses that can cause harmful diseases.