Covid-19, a pandemic that has changed the lives of people throughout the world. This pandemic has changed our lifestyle and gave a very big lesson in life. Survival of the fittest, this clause rightly fits into this situation. Whatever you are, whoever you are, this pandemic has affected everybody.
The four components to keep immune system healthy are good nutrition, exercise, breathing and meditation.
The only weapon which is useful is our own immunity power. Till now in the shadow of medical facilities, we have almost neglected our lifestyle which has badly affected our immunity power. Now the time has come, that we should think about our lifestyle and build our immunity power. There are some simple tips to boost the immunity power.
How we can strengthen our Immunity System
There are some change in lifestyle which can have a good effect on our immunity system.
Home Remedies for stronger immunity
The Indian spices and herbs which are used in foods are a great source of immunity-boosters. The common spices and herbs like turmeric, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, black pepper, etc. are all that we generally use in our daily foods. And all these herbs or spices can also be made into an herbal tea by boiling them with water.
Also, kadha recipe can be followed which is very good for boosting immunity. This is one of the simplest tips for boosting immunity power.
The intake of Vegetables and Fruits
To further strengthen the immunity system, it is very important to include vitamins in your diet such as Vitamin – B, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E and some minerals like folic acid, iron and protien. These foods are one of the tips for boosting immunity power.
To have good amount of vitamins, the colourful vegetables and fruits are to be included in the regular diet. Also the citrus fruits like oranges,tomatoes, amla etc. should be part of everyday food. Care should be taken to take citrus fruits without heating it, since heating alters vitamin C.
Minerals and Proteins
To add minerals or proteins in your died you can add nuts, oil seeds, beans, sprouts, milk and its products and non- vegetarian foods which are rich in protein
Regular Exercise
In order to strengthen the immunity system, apart from eating, it is also to do regular exercises. Exercise should be in accordance with age group specific. If needed it should be consulted with your physician / doctor.
There are several benifits of exercise like it reduces the stress hormone in our body. This protects us from any kind of disease and help in cleaning our airway passage which eventually makes the lungs to function better.
During this time of Covid 19, we should do these activites while following social distancing also. We can have 20-30 minutes of walk inside the home or any aerobic exercise. We can do yoga at home.
Benifit of Yoga
Yoga is very helpful in decreasing the mental stress and increasing mental as well as immunity strength. A few minutes of yoga can be done at home which is having everlasting good effects on brain and body.
Sleeping routine
7 to 8 hours of sleep is very necessary to give complete rest to your body and mind. A good sleep rejuvenates the inner energy of the body and heals it.
What else can be done
Apart from all these we all should follow the ways to avoid spreading of novel coronavirus. In any case of any symptoms we should immediately contact the doctors and get their advice and help. Following the rules of social distancing , washing hands regularly and frequently wearing mask are very important.
Please note that all these which are explained are the ways to boost immunity power. In case of any symptoms contact your doctor or hospital immediately and follow them. However, these tips are not only during Covid-19 but also for living a healthy life forever.
