Want to boost immunity? Here it is:

Health is a word that has been common to every single person in this growing world, people do focus on everything that can make them wealthy and a person with life long of happiness. But in this hurry to find the wealth and happiness they do forget the most valuable wealth, they should be focused on.

Health is always have been the most valuable wealth to all human society but humans always let their life focused on everything else until they got affected by their deteriorated health.

According to WHO, the meaning of Healthy is “Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.”

What is the immunity system?

In biology, immunity is the capability of multicellular organisms to resist harmful microorganisms. Immunity involves both specific and nonspecific components. The nonspecific components act as barriers or eliminators of a wide range of pathogens irrespective of their antigenic make-up.

Why boost the immunity system?

When we are supposed to protect ourselves from the virus from outside, we need to protect ourselves beginning right from within our body by strengthening the immune system. The immune system is indeed complex and is to a great extent impacted by the environment around us.

Harmful effects of low immunity-

People with a weak immune system have a higher risk of experiencing frequent infections and severe symptoms. They may be more prone to pneumonia and other conditions. Bacteria and viruses, including the virus that causes the infection COVID-19, can have a devastating effect on a person with a compromised immune system.

There are several ways to boost immunity, natural and medicinal ways are there.

Natural ways include all home remedies that help to boost your immunity while medicinal ways include different drugs which enhances your body's immunity. And as always the natural way is the best as our body itself is a gift of God.

Steps to boost immunity-

Simple home remedies can boost your immune system if you make them part of your daily routine.  So, here is a list of best home remedies to boost your immune system. 

•  Turmeric and Ginger tea

 The best part about home remedies is its easier accessibility with no side effects. It's like a precautionary measure to make you strong enough to fight infections. To make this one concoction at home, add 2tablespoons of turmeric powder and 1 cm of ginger to about 3 cups of water. This has to be boiled, cooled down, and consumed on a daily basis. Since immunity isn't like acne, it takes time for these remedies to show real effects. So keep following a routine and you'll see astonishing change next time a weather change hits.

 

This remedy has 2 major components, turmeric, and Ginger, each with its own set of beneficial characteristics. Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties which can be helpful in cases of Sore throat. It can also decrease nausea, packing heat in the form of a capsaicin relative called Gingerol. It also has cholesterol-lowering properties with the ability to lower down chronic pains. Turmeric, the same way, is more than just an ingredient in curry. Turmeric can be anti-inflammatory too in cases of osteoporosis and arthritis. To add on, it can also decrease exercise-induced muscle damage. 

• Lemon Water. 

Making lemon water is not rocket science. One cup of warm water with a single teaspoon of lemon juice can change your life quite literally. It is considered good for immune strengthen Ayurveda, and can also help in weight loss if consumed on an empty stomach every morning. Vitamin C present in lemon can increase white blood cell production. You may not like lemon this early in the day, but your body will appreciate its benefits in the long run. 

 

• Echinacea Tincture.

 The recipe is simple. Take a jar filled with Vodka and add the herb echinacea to it. Close the lid and leave it like that for the next 4 weeks. You are ready with the shot which will not only give you the hit you like, but also the one you need. Herbs might sound difficult to find and if you feel all the options we gave you till now sounds too remedy like, wait for the next one. If you love a little extra sweetness to everything you take, honey is the best remedy for you. But, we have a catch here.

 

• Honey and Garlic.

 It might sound like an odd combination but the qualities of these 2 ingredients complement each other in every way. In order to make the magic dish, peeled garlic cloves have to be placed in a jar filled with honey. Let this rest for the next 5 days. Place this jar in the refrigerator and take1 clove of garlic with 1 teaspoon honey every day.

 

Garlic's effectiveness towards strengthening the immune system has been well known since the early civilizations. Extra zing it adds to every cuisine isn't the only reason humans started using it, you see? According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, garlic can slow down arterial hardening and help in lowering blood pressure. It contains a high concentration of sulfur-containing compounds called allicin which give garlic its immune-boosting properties. Honey present in here isn't just for more sweetness. Honey has strong antioxidant properties, which makes it a cherry on the cake. 

• Amla Water.

 Apart from being a rich source of vitamin C, Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, helps detox your system. It also efficiently increases iron and calcium absorption. Just allow amla to soak in a glass of water overnight and you'll get your potion to good health ready in the morning. This berry is actually a very potent source of multiple minerals. It contains antioxidants, ellagic acid, and gallic acid. Carotene present in Amla is also good for eyesight. By now you might feel that every remedy we talked about has some of the other special ingredients in it.

 

•  Water.

 Yes, you heard it right. All remedies we talked about had water as their basic solvent. The importance and potential of water are often overlooked.

 

Water in itself is a strong natural immune booster. Having a sufficient amount of water helps in detoxification and better gaseous exchange in the body. It also helps in better removal of pathogens. Isn't that what we expect from all those expensive face masks and drinks in a supermarket? So next time, before you pick a commercially available detoxing drink, think again. You might already be carrying one in your backpack.

Which one do you prefer more? Slow treatment by home remedies or a fast one by antibiotics? Do let me know in the comment section below.