One of the most searched topics in the search engines recently is on ‘Immunity” which could be owing to the current pandemic outbreak and additionally the ever increasing high number of positive cases in Malaysia. All of us would like to take the required precaution to protect ourselves or family members. First we need to understand the underlying issues that will results in weakening the immune defenses and one of it is lack of sleep and taking a balanced diet.
In Siddha, one of thirty two herbs that helps in increasing immunity is Andrographis Paniculata or also known as ‘King of bitters” or “Nilavembu” in Tamil. Usually this plant has been widely used for treating sore throat, fever, flu, and upper respiratory tract infections. In Tamil Nadu during the flood couple of years ago the government hospitals has been providing free “Nilavembu Kudineer” a wonder concoction that gives great relief and expedite the recovery for patients suffering from various types of fever.
The abundance of anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties of the bioactive ingredients in Andrographis Paniculata leaves makes it the ultimate choice for providing relief from pain and inflammation due to arthritis, gout or even arthralgia (joint pain) apart from increasing immunity.
Additionally from consuming the above herb it is also important to get a good rest and taking a balanced diet by including gooseberries, tumeric, piper longum, cumin, ginger, garlic, shallots, lemons, spend some time under the morning sun as it helps to increase Vitamin D and of course exercise as well.
Ultimately to prevent from getting this contagious infection good habits such as hand wash, social distancing and wearing mask remains the better way to actively prevent it. The herbs helps to reduce the symptoms, impact to our body and provides immediate relief if we are affected with the virus.
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