Ayurveda has been studying human life in all its aspects for thousands of years. It is a holistic knowledge that sees the human body as part of a larger system, linked to both the outer environment and the inner world of our mind, psyche, and emotions. One cannot exist without the other, which means that our health is not just something that happens in our body – it also happens in our mind and in the environment around us. This means that there are a number of pathways you can take to improve your health and protect your body when it’s cold outside. Here are 8 Ayurvedic ways to boost your immunity in the fall.
Balanced diets
Eat on a regular basis and make sure your diet is balanced. It’s best to eat at the same time of the day – this will boost your metabolism and improve your digestion. It’s good if you find out your body type according to doshas (3 vital energies that make up our bodies) and adjust your diet accordingly. It is good to have all 6 tastes in your daily ration while avoiding processed foods and excessive sugar consumption. Eat more seasonal vegetables and fresh fruit to get all the vitamins and minerals you need.
Drink hot water
Drinking hot water in the morning and throughout the day helps your body digest food and boosts your overall metabolism. Hot water flushes out toxins and various harmful elements that tend to remain in your digestive tract. In the morning, a glass of hot or warm water will help your whole body to wake up and prepare for the food that will come later.
Practice yoga
Yoga has many practical benefits to prepare your body for the colder weather. Various yogic techniques help to create Agni, an inner digestive fire that keeps your whole body healthy and deals with the food you take. You will also feel warmer when you practice yoga poses of various difficulties.
Add the spices to your food
When temperatures get low, it’s very important to add a little fire to your food and drink. Black pepper, cinnamon, chili, and ginger are not only fiery, they also have powerful anti-inflammatory properties and are great for flushing toxins out of your body. They also contain a lot of nutrients that your body will want as the temperature drops. Spice up your drinks and turn them into a sore throat and cold remedies. Spicy tea made with ginger, black pepper, lemon, and honey is going to make your body wonder!
Eat amla
Amla, or Indian gooseberry, is one of those Ayurvedic superfoods that everyone should know about. It is an ingredient used in most Ayurvedic medicines due to its high vitamin C content. You can eat raw amla, add it to fresh salads or hot drinks. You can also squeeze amla juice for a drink. Chyawanprash is an amla-based ayurvedic jam rich in vitamins, which can be your go-to remedy when the weather is cold.
Eat sprinkled grains
It’s harder to get all the necessary vitamins and minerals our body needs on a daily basis during the fall and winter. This is where the germinated grains come in! They are easy to make and will give you a heap of healthy goodness, including magnesium, zinc, vitamin C, iron, protein, and antioxidants. Throw sprinkled grains into a salad or add them to your morning smoothie to boost your immune system.
Eat and drink turmeric
Turmeric is a powerful immunity booster, too. It’s full of curcumin, a special compound that has incredible anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric is also a powerful antioxidant and a natural antibiotic that fights against viruses and any unwanted bacteria in your body. You can use it while cooking or enjoy a milky turmeric latte drink with honey.
Practice meditation
You can’t have a healthy body without a healthy mind, so doing a little meditation every day will help you do that. Meditation can help reduce stress and make you feel happy and content. You don’t have to do anything special about it – it’s already there! And when you’re happy you’re less likely to get sick, as scientists have already shown that our emotions affect the immune system.
Last Updated on July 28, 2023 by anup
