Ayurvedic Immunity-booster Kadha is a mixture of various herbs and spices like, Basil leaves, Cinnamon, Black Cardamoms, Giloy, Liquorice, Ginger, Black peppercorns, Fennel seeds, Rock Salt and Jaggery or Honey boiled in water until it releases its aroma and flavour into it.
With the rise of COVID-19 cases, there has been a rise in consumption of Ayurvedic remedies and herbal immunity boosters in India and all over the world. There are many people who are consuming and sharing health-boosting kadhas these days and guess what, it’s working for them.
These are those powerful herbs and spices which I added to make this Ayurvedic immunity-boosting kadha. 8-10 Tulsi leaves, 1/2 stick Cinnamon, 2 Black Cardamoms, 2 Giloy, 1/2 inch stick Liquorice (mulethi), 1 inch Ginger, 1/4 tsp Black peppercorns, 1/2 tsp - Fennel seeds. Coarsely ground them into a mortar and pestle.
Boil it in 5 cups of water until the colour turns light brown. This will take 5-6 minutes on medium heat. Then let it boil on simmer for at least 15-20 minutes or boil till you reach the desired consistency. Then, add 1/4 tsp of rock salt (optional) and jaggery, sugar or honey as per your taste and in a cup and strain. Sip it warm.
Tulsi leaves is used in the treatment of various diseases like skin disorders, diabetes, bronchitis, cardiac, stomach, chest and respiratory problems. It is also acts as a effective pain killer. Regular consumption of tulsi helps in relieving the joint pains.
Black Cardamom is dark brown in color. It is in the form of seed pods. It gives likes minty like aroma smoky flavour. It has anti-inflammatory properties and is loaded with antioxidants.
Giloy helps in removing toxins, purifying blood, fights bacteria that causes diseases and also combats liver diseases. It also helps in reduces stress and anxiety. It may be helpful in treating diabetes and respiratory system.
Cinnamon is loaded with powerful medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory properties and is loaded with antioxidants. It may cut the risk of heart disease. It helps in lowering down blood sugar levels.
Mulethi helps in recovering stomach infections like cold and cough and to high sugar and blood pressure. It reduces the risk of pain and headache. It is beneficial in the treatment of cancer and diabetes
Ginger is a hot and fragrant spice usually chopped or powdered. It's a powerhouse root due to its multi -faceted remedies. It reduces nausea and vomiting, treats morning sickness and helps in preventing the stomach ulcer. It regulates the blood sugar level and synthesis the bone tissue.
Black Peppercorns helps in getting rid of cough and cold and helps in keeping the lungs healthy. It helps up in boosting up the immunity. It reduces the risk of pain and headache and helpful in managing arthritis.
Fennel seeds strengthen the immune system and thus protect against many other infections. It helps in regulating blood pressure, purifying blood, great for acne, and improving eyesight.
Ayurvedic Immunity-booster Kadha is a mixture of various herbs and spices like, Basil leaves, Cinnamon, Black Cardamoms, Giloy, Liquorice, Ginger, Black peppercorns, Fennel seeds, Rock Salt and Jaggery, boiled in water until it releases its aroma and flavour into it.
These herbs acts to strengthen the immune system and thus protect against many other infections including coronavirus. There are many kadha recipes that involve a different combination of herbs. Here is one which I have shared:
But do not to simply rely on kadha, also practice social distancing guidelines, wear a mask to protect from coronavirus, wash your hands often for atleast 20 seconds, clean and disinfect your houses and monitor your health daily.
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Serve : 3 People
Preparation time : 5 minutes
Total time : 20-25 minutes
Author : The Food Root
Ingredients
5 cups Water
8-10 leaves - Holy basil (Tulsi leaves)
1/2 stick Cinnamon (Dalchini)
2 - Black Cardamom (Badi Eliachi)
2 - Tinospora Cordifolia (Giloy)
1/2 inch stick - stick Liquorice (Mulethi)
1 inch - Ginger or Dry ginger powder
1/4 tsp - Black peppercorns (Kali mirch)
1/2 tsp - Fennel seeds (Saunf)
1/4 tsp - Rock salt (optional)
A pinch of Jaggery or Honey as per taste
Method
1. Add 8-10 Tulsi leaves, 1/2 stick Cinnamon, 2 Black Cardamoms, 2 Giloy, 1/2 inch stick Liquorice (mulethi), 1 inch Ginger, 1/4 tsp Black peppercorns, 1/2 tsp - Fennel seeds. Coarsely ground them into a mortar and pestle.
2. Boil it in 5 cups of water until the colour turns light brown. This will take 5-6 minutes on medium heat.
3. Then let it boil on simmer for at least 15-20 minutes or boil till you reach the desired consistency.
4. Then, add 1/4 tsp of rock salt (optional) and jaggery or honey as per your taste and in a cup and strain. Sip it warm.
Notes
1. You can add dry ginger powder instead or grated ginger.
2. Add rock salt, as per your taste. It’s totally optional.
3. You can add jaggery, sugar or honey according to your taste.
