With the outbreak of the COVID 19 epidemic, the entire mankind around the world is suffering. Strengthening the bodys natural defence system (immunity) plays a significant role in maintaining optimal health.

As we all know, prevention is better than cure, although there arecurrently no drugs for COVID-19 treatment, it is best to take preventive measures to enhance our immunity during these tough times. The Ministrys guidelines on post-COVID management also recommend adequate sleep, rest, and a balanced nutritious diet; looking for early warning symptoms (such as high fever, breathing difficulties, unexplained chest pain, etc.), and regularly take medications as recommended for COVID-19 diseases, as well as for managing Comorbidities (if any). It said that a holistic strategyis needed to provide follow-up care and improve the health of all patients who have recovered from COVID.

Ayurveda, the science of life, spreads the gifts of nature in maintaining a happy and healthy life. The extensive knowledge of Ayurveda in preventive health care is derived from the concepts of Ritucharya(seasonal care) and Dinacharya(daily regimes) to maintain a healthy life. This is a plant-based science.

The simplicity of self-awareness and the harmony that everyone can achieve by improving and maintaining their immunity is emphasized acrossAyurvedas classical scriptures.

The following self-care guidelines for preventive health measures and immune improvement, with relevant reference to respiratory health, are recommended by theMinistry of AYUSH.These are also supported and recommended by Ayurvedic literature and scientific publications.

Ayurvedic Immunity Boosting Measures

1. Chyawanprash prevents COVID-19: Is it effective?

Earlier, the Ministry of AYUSH recommended that Chyawanprash should be taken in the morning with warm water/milk under the guidance of an Ayurvedic doctor. However, the question here is-Can taking Chyawanprash provides protection against COVID-19 infection?

Chyawanprash is enriched with minerals, vitamins, and effective antioxidants, which can help strengthen the immune system and prevent a series of health problems.It is believed that the high vitamin C content in Ayurvedic herbs can help you improve immunity,metabolism and prevent various viral and bacterial infections, including the common cough and cold problem.

Therefore, the idea is that taking this Ayurvedic product may help strengthen immunity against infectionsincluding COVID-19.It is important to note that no scientific research can prove that Chyawanprash can prevent or cure COVID-19. Chyawanprash can only boost your immunity.

Benefits of Chyawanprash

It is claimed that using Chyawanprash has some health benefits:

Heres How to Use Chyawanprash to Boost Immunity

According to the recommendations of theAYUSH Ministry, one teaspoon ofChyawanprashwith warm water/milk should be taken in the morning under the supervision of a registered Ayurvedic physician. It is believed that Chyawanprash is an effective remedy in the post-recovery phase in clinical practice.

Parents who plan to give Chyawanprash to their children should consult a doctor, as the dosage depends mainly on their digestion.

2. Drink decoction(Kadha) or Herbal tea made from Basil (Tulsi), Cinnamon (Dalchini), Black pepper (Kalimirch), Dried ginger (Shunthi ), and Raisin (Munakka). Add natural sugar (jaggery) and/or fresh lemon juice as per your taste.

3. Golden Milk Put half a teaspoon ofTurmeric(Haldi) powder into 150ml of hot milk-once or twice a day.

4. Simple Ayurvedic Procedures

General Measures

During Sore throat/Dry cough

These measures usually treat normal sore throat and dry cough. However, if these symptoms persist, it is best to consult a doctor.

In addition to this, the Union Ministry of Health issued a post-COVID-19 management protocolon Sunday, providing comprehensive follow-up care and well-being of recovered patients. Among the several suggestions,the Ministry of Health recommends healthy eating, moderate exercise, such as yoga, and seeking social support or counseling. The ministry also proposed several home remedies and Ayurvedic medicines to boost immunity.

Health Ministry statedthat it has been observed that after the acute coronavirus ailment, recovered patients may continue to report various symptoms and signs, including fatigue, body pain, cough, sore throat, difficulty in breathing, etc. The recovery period may be longer for patients who have a more severe form of the disease and those with pre-existing illnesses.

It appended:The follow-up care and well-being of all recovered sufferers post-COVID needs a holistic method. Heeding this, the Ministry of Health has issued a post-COVID management protocol. This provides a comprehensive holistic approach for managing patients who have recovered enough from COVID for home care. This protocol is not intended to be used as a curative/preventive treatment method.

Heres the complete post-COVID tracking protocol:

1. At individual level

2. At the community level

3. In a healthcare facility setting

In the absence of specific treatment or a safe vaccine for COVID-19 illness, taking precautions in all possible maybe our best action against coronavirus infection.

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