With the onset of monsoon, monkeypox and Covid cases on the rise, eating a healthy and balanced diet has become more vital than ever. Building a body with disease-fighting ability helps keep illnesses at bay. You don’t need to buy expensive supplements or exotic superfoods to fine-tune your daily diet. A few common kitchen spices and herbs are enough to build your immunity and keep infections at bay.
This monsoon, update your grocery list with these ingredients to beat the seasonal ailments. This article shares a list of herbs and spices you must add to your food.
Tulsi: Indian basil or Tulsi is regarded as a holy herb. It helps relieve stress and boost energy levels. Tulsi also contains antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties that fight harmful free radicals in the body.
Ginger: Ginger is packed with gingerols, parasols, sesquiterpenes, shogaols, and zingerone, all of which have powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Besides, ginger improves the assimilation and transportation of nutrients to the body's tissues, which are much needed to keep cold and flu away.
Black pepper: Black pepper, available in whole, crushed, or powdered form, contains carminative qualities that lower the likelihood of intestinal gas and other gastrointestinal issues. It not only has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-bacterial, and fever-reducing qualities, but it also boosts the immune system.
Turmeric: Turmeric is a miracle herb. Its anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and anti-bacterial extracts can help you fight infections and boost immunity. Dense in vitamins and minerals, this magical spice promotes overall well-being.
Garlic: Garlic is a miracle food you need to add to your diet, especially during monsoon. Allicin is a compound that helps boost the immune system and thus protects our body against various infections.
