Everyday Healing Spices To Boost Your Immunity, Naturally

 


With the winter season upon us in the midst of the pandemic, we all need to take extra measures to keep our immunity high. The seasonal change can make our body even more susceptible to catching a cold or fever, as our natural body defenses could be down. One way you can fight against illnesses is to integrate immune-boosting foods in your daily diet, especially spices that are known to have healing, antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial, immunity-boosting properties. 


We’ve gathered a list of spices that can help boost your immunity. Keep reading to find out how you can protect your body against diseases this season with spices. 

Turmeric Powder 

Turmeric powder is a healing spice that is popularly used in Ayurvedic medicine to protect the body against infections and diseases. It contains a substance with antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial properties called Lipopolysaccharide. This substance helps stimulate the immune system and keep diseases at bay.  You can add a pinch of turmeric powder in your curries, have a small teaspoon of turmeric powder in the morning by itself, or make Haldi Doodh (milk with turmeric powder) every day to increase your immune defenses. 

Coriander Seeds

This versatile spice contains antioxidants, and vitamin C, K, and B that help protect the body against cellular damage and allergies. These seeds are an excellent source of essential minerals and dietary fiber that help improve liver function, digestive health, and heart health. You can add them to your curries, salads, soups, fritters, and even make chutneys that you can have as a side dish.

Ajwain Seeds

These super seeds are known to have antibiotic, antifungal, antibacterial, anesthetic, and cough-suppressing properties that help fight against harmful bacteria and fungus, minimize the impact of infections, improve digestive health and respiratory health. You can boil these seeds in hot water, let it cool, and drink ajwain water. You can also use it to season your gravies, salads, burger patties, and sandwiches. 

White Sesame Seeds

Believed to be the first recorded spice in history, these seeds were widely used in ancient times to protect the body against diseases. They help increase the white blood cell count, boost the immune system, and help fight against diseases.  Consuming white sesame seeds regularly also helps vegetarians get their required dose of Vitamin B.  You can grind them to make tahini which can be used as a sandwich spread, a condiment for fritters and burgers, and also as a dip for veggies for a healthy snack. If you have a sweet tooth, you can make delicious Indian desserts like ladoo to satiate your cravings while getting your nutrients in.  

Kalonji Seeds

These seeds were popularly used in ancient Egypt to stimulate the immune system and treat various health problems, from the common cold to arthritis. Known to be a natural immune booster, these seeds have healing properties and a rich nutrient content that helps fight against infections, improve kidney and liver health, and prevent oxidative cell damage. You can add these seeds to season your eggs, sandwiches, rice dishes, gravies, curries, and salads. 


Bara Masala

A blend of spices, Bara Masala offers power nutrients from each one of the spices. This powerful spice contains phytonutrients, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that help prevent diseases, boost immunity, regulate blood pressures, and protect the body against degenerative diseases. Bara Masala is extremely easy to incorporate into your everyday diet, similar to turmeric. You can add bara masala to your gravies, use it as a seasoning for Indian street food items like chaat, or sprinkle it on top of stir-fries and roasted potatoes. You can also mix it in with yogurt or sour cream, and use this as a condiment for your tacos, burritos, or any Mexican dish. 


Using spices is a great way to hit two birds with one stone - you can make your dish more flavorful and nutritious with just one ingredient. However, it's only beneficial when it’s produced the way nature grows it. Danfe Foods ensures that every spice is processed without any preservatives, additives, GMOs, or pesticides so you can enjoy the full benefits provided by nature. Next time you’re out shopping, make sure to stock up on these immunity-boosting spices from Danfe Foods to keep diseases and infections away from you and your loved ones.

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