Hot Drinks To Boost Immunity
Find out in this post the top hot drinks to boost your immunity. Consuming hot immunity-booster drinks only in winters has become a thing of the past as the new coronavirus has made people to drink something hot even in summers to avoid the entry of pathogen in the body. Hence, we’ve come up with a list of hot drinks that will help to boost your immune system for summers as well as for the coming cold and flu season.
Lemon, Honey and Ginger Tea
This drink not only tastes well but it is highly effective in fighting off germs and infection. There is evidence that Lemon, Honey and Ginger can help strengthen the immune system as these all have several medicinal properties and are loaded with powerful antioxidants.
Butter Coffee
Why don’t enjoy your morning cup of coffee with this nutritious twist? Butter coffee also called Bulletproof coffee has cacao butter (rich in antioxidants and minerals) and MCT oil (or coconut oil) (said to boost the immune system and sharpen the mental focus). So, get rid of caffeine jitters by having this drink that claims to increase healthy fats, immunity and your energy levels
Apple Cider Vinegar Cinnamon Tea
Considered as a detox tea, the apple cider vinegar tea has several health benefits. This tart tea helps detoxify the body, boost weight loss and strengthen immunity. Whereas Cinnamon added in it lowers the level of cholesterol in the body, manages the blood sugar, cuts the risk of heart disease and fights off cancer-causing agents.
Tulsi Black Tea
Black tea is one of the simplest and refreshing drinks that you can make to improve your immune system. It contains tannins and alkylamine that keep viruses like hepatitis, dysentery and influenza at bay. Moreover, the addition of holy basil- or tulsi increases the medicinal benefits of this drink manifold. Tulsi leaves do wonders, and act as a natural booster for our defence system. It increases the T cells and killer cells allowing our immune system to fend off all infection-causing pathogens.
Turmeric Milk
It is both soothing and healthy to have warm golden-coloured milk. According to research, a compound present in turmeric- curcumin is rich in anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal and potent anti-cancer properties. Thus, this creamy and calming drink helps in warding off infections and boosting our immunity. A study has found that turmeric milk can also improve cognitive function. Apart from this, it also promotes the digestive system, lowers triglycerides, and helps regulate metabolism. So, it is an ideal warm drink to have before bed.
Green Tea
There is evidence that green tea is excellent for the immune system. It has potent antioxidants known as polyphenols, which help to ward off infections. Compared to other types of tea, green tea contains the highest concentration of Polyphenols(antioxidants). Study proves that a particular type of polyphenol compounds- catechins has the ability to kill flu-causing viruses. Oxidative stress in our body causes the production of free radicals which are associated with a variety of ailments, including arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, different types of cancer, stroke, heart disease, respiratory disease and liver disease. The compounds available in green tea are extremely helpful in dealing with those free radicals. Aside from fending off disease-causing microbes, green tea assists in improving brain function, losing weight, maintaining skincare and increasing life expectancy.
So as COVID-19 has engulfed the entire world and the flu and winter season is also fast approaching, take a warming sip of these energizing drinks to boost your immune system.
