Immunity boosters

 Immunity boosters 

1. Beet root -improve blood circulation,purification of blood, strengthening liver.
2. Berries- blue , strawberries,mulberries, raspberries-blood flow , heart healthy 
3. Pomegranate-antioxidants,nitrates,vasodilator 
4. Garlic-blood circulation, lower BP, fight heart disease , boost immunity 
5. Cinnamon- vasodilator , lower blood sugar 
6. Vitamin D source- salmon fish & egg, sun, mushroom.
7. Avoid trans fat and frozen pizza, bakery good. 

Diabetes meal

1. Bajra dosa 
2. Matar oats cheela 
3. Tomato mint cucumber, curd juice , garlic,rock salt- vitamin C,E, beta carotene, promotes eye health. 
4. Pears, peaches , plums, apples, cherries, 

Post COVID complications:

Fibrosis of lungs, cardiac arrest, renal failure, neurological problems and diabetes are among the most common complications observed, doctors said. Mucormycosis, a fungal infection, too has added to the woes of people who have recovered from the disease.

Fibrosis of lungs:

Post COVID diet 

1. Small frequent meals - 8 am, 11 am, 2 pm, 5 pm, 7pm, 9 pm.
2. B/f - 25% carbs, 55 % protein and probiotics, 20%fat and fibre.
3. Khichadi with millets and pulses improves immunity and doesn’t spike the blood sugar.
4. Kitchen medicines- ginger, garlic, turmeric, cinnamon, honey, mint, coriander, tulsi leaf .
5. Have skimmed milk who are lactose tolerant ……..since milk-based products have immunomodulatory, antimicrobial, and anti-hypertensive effects on the body.
6. Boiled egg per day
7. To gain stamina and fight the weakness, Delhi-based nutritionist Shweta Gupta says it is important to power up with proteins as they help reverse tissue damage and stimulate the production of T-cells, the agents that promote healthy immune functioning. “Proteins are the most important macro-nutrients that aid in rebuilding and recharging the body; vitamins improve immunity and probiotics improve the gut bacteria after the heavy antibiotic and steroid used in treatment,” 
8. No elaborate cooking and no elaborate meal .
9. Green leafy vegetables 
10. Chutney fresh
11. Guava , amla, kiwi, oranges, sweet lime for lung health.
12. Keep a jar of nuts and seeds by your side for easy snacking, They are potent sources of essential fatty acids such as Omega-3 and healthy fats that boost energy and promote healthy cholesterol levels
13. Healthy snacks: A bowl of salad or low-fat curd at room temperature, figs and dates, a spoonful of pumpkin, chia or flax seeds, boiled peanuts or chick peas, a fistful of nuts (including almonds, walnuts), sweet potato chaat or seasonal fruits.
14. Curd rice, Chhachh, rice with dal and boiled vegetables, paneer and soy curry, khichadi with vegetables, rasam 
15. Hydration: chaach, fruit juice fresh, soup, TCW, sweet lassi, bel sharbat. 
16. Chickpea curry & soybean curry, steamed fish , chicken, egg.
18. What should I eat and drink when I get home?
19. At home, you may feel too weak or tired to eat, and notice you have lost weight. You also might be eating and drinking less than before you got sick. This is completely normal, however, you need to prevent further weight loss to rebuild your strength. Here are some tips to rebuild your strength, grow your muscles, and get you back to your usual daily activities:
20.   Eat foods with protein at each meal. Foods high in protein are:
21. Try to have whole grain breads, pastas, rice, or cereals at each meal.
22. Try to eat vegetables and fruits at each meal.
23. Try to drink 8-10 cups of fluid per day. Diluted fruit juice Milk
24. Keep track of what you are eating at each meal. For example, write down if you have eaten none (0%), 25%, 50% 75% or all (100% eaten).
25. If you are eating 50% or less than normal, make a milkshake with Greek yogurt or buy a nutrition supplement (meal replacement) for between meals. They may be purchased at your local grocery or drugstore.
26. Nutrition supplement.

Immunity has recently turned out to be a buzz word . Whether it’s for the the physical well being or from the social perspective. But sometimes I wonder why its importance is been hyped so much . Earlier also for chronic diseases need for immunity boosters was a necessity. Corona has generated it widely . Now antioxidants are much in demand.