New Delhi: While announcing continuing measures against
Coronavirus pandemic, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has exhorted Indian citizens
to follow advisories of the Ministry of AYUSH in boosting immunity.
The AYUSH Ministry soon took to social media and highlighted
the self-care guidelines, based on Ayurvedic principles, that can be practiced at
home.
For boosting immunity, one should
take herbal decoction made from tulsi, cinnamon, black pepper, dry ginger and
raisin once or twice a day, the advisory read. It also advised intake
of Chyavanprash (diabetic patients should take sugar-free Chyavanprash) in the morning
and Golden Milk once or twice in a day (turmeric powder mixed hot milk).
The simple ayurvedic procedures recommended
include Nasal application and Oil Pulling therapy using sesame or coconut oil.
If one suffers from dry cough or sore throat, he or she should take steam
inhalation prepared with fresh mint leaves or caraway seeds. Similarly clove
powder mixed with natural sugar/honey can be taken two to three times a day
incase of cough or throat irritation.
The
general measures include drinking warm water throughout the day, daily practice
of yogasana, pranayama and meditation for at least 30 minutes and use of spices
such as turmeric, cumin, coriander and garlic in cooking.
Meanwhile, the ministry announced on Twitter that it will conduct online courses on dietetics, nutrition and immunity through Ayurveda, from April 20.
