Understanding Immunity Concept
Immunity is a key concept of every health science, may it be Ayurveda, Allopathy, Homeopathy, or Unani. Every health science understands the importance of Immunity and its impact on the maintenance of health and avoidance of illness/disorders. Immunity is dependent on various factors like your diet, hygiene, sleep, physical activities, stress, addiction and environmental factors. We cannot control environmental factors but there are certain immune-boosting herbs to boost and support our immune system.
Importance of Diet and Nutrition in Immunity
Choosing the right Diet and achieving balanced Nutrition is key to obtaining an effective immune system. A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, essential oils, nuts, seeds, and fatty fish contain high amount of nutrients such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, B6, Zinc, Iron, Folate, and Selenium.
These nutrients are very important to maintain the optimal functioning of Immunity. That’s why we must plan our diet enough diverse and rich in Nutrients to fortify our natural defense system which is the Immune system.
Impact of Other Factors on Immunity
Reduced/Compromised or disturbed Sleep, Poor Hygiene, Physical Activity, Mental Stress and addictions cause an increase in Body Stress Levels and put the body in more oxidative conditions whereas Free Radicals at the molecular level disturb cellular and overall immunity functions. It may not be evident immediately but it affects immunity adversely for sure.
Our immunity cells have the basic function of Detecting and Destroying foreign bodies and pathogens. If immunity is triggered, it can attack our own body cells. We call this Auto-immunity Disorder where conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriasis, Thyroid Disorders, Cancer etc. can make an appearance in the body. Sometimes Immunity functions are suppressed or slowed down to normal levels due to Smoking, Alcohol, Poor nutrition and many other factors like environment, etc., which can also lead to auto-immunity disease and frequent episodes of infective diseases.
4 Ayurvedic Herbs that can Boost our Immunity
Ancient Ayurvedic texts and verses suggest many herbs that can help our body strengthen our immunity without any imbalance. Instead of just mentioning them as Immune Boosting Herbs, we can consider them as Immune Modulatory Herbs. The idea of Immunity is like balanced action, neither intended to be more than normal nor accepted to be lesser than normal.
1) Amla (Indian Gooseberry)
Amla is available as fresh fruit, dried fruit, powder and even as juice. Amla is the richest source of Vitamin C and flavonoids (Antioxidants). Vitamin C and antioxidants in Amla boost immune cells to resist bacterial and viral infections.
2) Tulsi (Holy Basil)
Almost every household in India has Tulsi in the house. Tulsi leaves crushed or extracted can be used to boost our immunity against viral infections, especially in monsoon. Tulsi helps in fighting cough, and cold infections.
3) Giloy (Guduchi)
Giloy is very famous amongst Indians for its well-known action in reducing fever. Guduchi is a well-known anti-oxidant, anti-infective and immune boosting and can be used daily for all age groups. It is one of the most recommended immunity-boosting ayurvedic medicines and has been appreciated during the pandemic times for its excellent activity.
4) Mulethi (Liquorice)
The sweetest of all four yet very much useful and easy herb is Mulethi or Liquorice. Its taste is so good that even kids can enjoy it. Mulethi stem or powder can be used daily to chew slowly by patients who suffer from sore throat, coughing, common cold, fever, and upper respiratory tract infections.
Finding these herbs in the household is much easier but yes it's sometimes very tedious/cumbersome for them in to use. You have a better option to choose an alternative that is time-saving, effortless and much more effective. You can trust the Vedistry Division of Charak Pharma which has come with Ayurvedic Immunity tablets. Kofol Ayurvedic Immunity Tablets from the Vedistry division are highly recommended Immunity Boosting Ayurvedic Medicine that can be used by children, men and women of all ages.
Be wise and choose immunity over everything for better health.