5 Steps to build your immune system with Ayurveda

 Ayurveda, an ancient science and approach works to help us increase our bodies defences and build a body that responds in the best way it can. Freezing conditions and lack of good quality food reduces our immune systems and results in illness. 

Ayurveda knows of wonderful, simple, easy ways to propel our health, protect and keep us well.There are a lot of queries about immune boosting and Ayurveda these days. 

What Ayurveda has to say about immunity? 

Immunity is considered as 'Vyadhi Kshamatva' in Ayurveda. Vyadhi is the Sanskrit word for disease and Kshamatva is the Sanskrit word for resistance. In Ayurveda, immunity is referred to as prevention of disease, as well as quick recovery from a disease. 

So, how is one able to improve immunity as per Ayurveda principles?

1. Eat easy to digest foods which are light and warm, Stay away from Cold foods and fried items. The improper foods might jog your immune system by creating ‘Ama’ or toxins 

2. Use Ghee while cooking. Ghee is anti inflammatory, antiviral and it aids in digestion as well. Our website has an amazing home made ghee recipe. Link below. 

3. Prioritize your daily routine. Now that you have enough time for self care, engage in Yoga, Meditation, exercise- ways to keep yourself active. We need our circulation to be strong and energy to be high. 

4. Cook with Fresh seasonal vegetables and herbs. Use spices like ginger, turmeric, licorice, pepper, fennel, cumin etc. in cooking. 

5. Ayurveda considers Ahara (food), Nidra (sleep), and Brahmacharya (celibacy) as the tripods, or three pillars, that support life. It is important for our body to be adjusted to a timely intake of high-quality and proper food, regular sleeping habits, and controlled indulgence in sex because as all this ensures long and healthy life. 

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Blog By Dr Arya Krishna ( BAMS)