Winter can be a really tough time for those people who tend to have a weaker immune system. With continuous changes in weather, where on certain days it gets too foggy, windy, rainy or extremely chilly, you never know what ailment might catch you.
Nutritionist Avni Kaul says a cough, cold and running nose are some of the most common diseases that hit people in winter.
And no one really likes taking medications for diseases that they catch due to the seasonal changes. Home remedies and naturally coping with these infections is what several swear by.
So here in this article, Top Nutritionist, Dietician, and Founder of Nutri Activania Avni Kaul tells about a few spices that are easily available in every Indian home that will help you to keep diseases away this winter.
Saffron
This spice of the royals, saffron provides several health benefits, including immediate relief from cold. You can put a few strands of saffron to milk and apply it on your forehead. It is most likely that this will assist to treat your cold during seasonal changes.
Turmeric
Having turmeric milk assists in boosting your immune system and keeps one away from several infections. The antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory components of turmeric are helpful in countering with a number of diseases.
Black Pepper
Black pepper has various antioxidants that improve your body’s metabolism. Black pepper can be added to the majority of the Indian dishes, including your tea.
Fenugreek (Methi)
Fenugreek contains excellent antiviral properties that help in killing viruses that make you sneeze and give you sore throats.
Cloves (Laung)
Cloves are rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and dental-soothing properties. It is known for its medicinal properties all around the world, and also contributes to a unique flavor in several Indian dishes.
Cardamom (Elaichi)
Cardamom is also rich in antioxidants that assist in detoxification of the blood and also support better digestion. It is a rich source of Vitamin C and is added as a flavoring agent to several Indian dishes. Also, people add it to their daily tea since it does wonder in keeping away symptoms of a cold.
Cinnamon (Dal Chini)
Cinnamon has numerous healing properties and is a storehouse of antioxidants. One can mix cinnamon with ginger in their regular tea and beat common cold quite easily. Cinnamon also boosts immunity and protects your body from bacterial infections.
Avni Kaul is Founder of Nutriactivania with Masters Degree in Food and Nutrition from University of Delhi and is also a Certified Diabetes Educator from Project Hope and International Diabetes Federation. She is a Leicester Mammas Ambassador trained in Lactation Counselling with NHS United Kingdom. Mammas support pregnant and new mothers and their families. Specializations of Avni Kaul Include Infant and Young Child Feeding Practises, Pre and Post natal diets, Fat loss, Muscle Gain and Holistic Health and Nutrition