Ayurvedic Preventive Measures For Covid 19: The increasing cases of Corona virus have sparked a sense of somewhat fear amongst the population. Although there are fewer cases than before, urban spots such as Mumbai, Chennai and Ahmedabad have seen a small but important rise in infections. India currently reports 257 active Covid-19 cases and Kerala, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu have the highest numbers.
According to health authorities, older adults, pregnant people and those with existing medical conditions should return to wearing masks inside and washing their hands regularly.
Uncovering the Covid 19 new variant
Experts say the increase in Covid-19 cases across Asia is due to the JN.1 and its related sublineages which are part of the Omicron BA.2.86 family.
Singaporean health authorities say that the LF.7 and NB.1.8 variants, both related to JN.1, are now spreading quickly.
The BA.2.86 variant which falls under Omicron, is the parent of the JN.1 lineage. The World Health Organization has listed JN.1 as a “variant of interest” instead of a “variant of concern,” for now. The WHO has also pointed out that, worldwide, the public health risk of JN.1 is still very low.
Individuals infected with the JN.1 variant have reported symptoms such as:
- Dry cough
- Fever
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Diarrhea
- Runny nose
- Nausea and vomiting
- Brain fog
- Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
The best way to prevent yourself from this is to strengthen your immunity.
Benefits of Amla: Explore the powerful Ayurvedic Rasayana
Ayurvedic Perspective on Immunity
In Ayurveda, Ojas is correlated with immunity or vitality. A person with strong Ojas is resilient to infections.
Charaka Samhita, Sutrasthana 17/74
ओजो नाम्ना तु परं तेजो धातूनां परिणामजम्।
सर्वेषां धातूनां श्लेष्मस्थाने वर्त्तमानं सत्त्ववदिन्द्रियाणां सान्निध्यात्।
Ojas is the essence of all bodily tissues (dhatus) and is considered the foundation of physical and mental immunity, strength, and vitality. It is the final product of digestion and tissue metabolism, especially of Shukra Dhatu (reproductive tissue), and it sustains life.
Charaka Samhita, Sutrasthana 17/75
बलं ह्योजः समुद्भूतं तस्माज्ज्ञेयमितो बलम्।
Strength (Bala) arises from Ojas. Hence, Ojas is to be regarded as the origin of strength.
How to enhance Ojas as per Ayurveda?
As Ojas is the essence of all 7 dhatus, the best way to enhance ojas is to take care of all your dhatus.
Ahara
The properties of Ojas are same that of Kapha dosha i.e. sweet, heavy, unctuous, cool, and smooth. Therefore, food with similar properties enhances ojas.
Food to eat:
- Avocados
- Bananas
- Dates
- Figs
- Sweet potatoes
- Yams
- Turnips
- Leafy greens
- Zucchini
- Nuts (especially almonds)
- Mung beans
- Tofu
- Whole grains
Vihara
- Promote Positivity in Your Life
- Avoid Excessive Sexual Activities
- Self-Massage/Abhyanga
- Practice Yoga and meditation
- Perform daily exercise
- Minimize stress Prioritize balanced sleep
Aushad
Ayurveda also prizes certain herbs as great Ojas builder. In Ayurveda, Ojas has a direct link to rejuvenation (Rasayana). The most common Rasayana Ayurveda holds Guduchi, Ashwagandha, Amla, Gokshura, Shatavari, Pippali and Bala. Their blend armors your body to stabilize Ojas and boost your immunity.
Ayurvedic Preventive Measures For Covid 19
- Medicated hot water may help in improving digestion and balancing of vata and kapha dosha which play a major in manifestation of respiratory conditions such as rhinitis, cough, and breathlessness
- Consistent practice of yogic breathing techniques improves lung functions and capacity by strengthening the inspiratory and expiratory muscles
- AYUSH kvatha, a Government of India initiative, is an herbal concoction of household spices consisting of holy basil, cinnamon, ginger and black pepper along with jaggery/raisins and lemon juice that may help in restoring the respiratory health.
- The herb Tinospora cordifolia is considered one of the most powerful immunomodulator in nature that may support body against viral flu. Its the main ingredient of many formulations that are used in ayurveda for fever, cold, cough and infections. And it also helps modulate body’s immune response in several immune mediated conditions
- Taking Withania Somnifera (Aswagandha) may strengthen the nerves and boost immunity at this time.
- Triphala powder is helpful in maintaining bowel and colon health and also benefits the immune system.
- Amla (Indian gooseberry) 30 ml juice mixed with 1 tsp honey, pinch of turmeric, pinch of black pepper and 1tsp lemon juice daily is a popular folk remedy for immunity.
Kindly note that these ayurvedic suggestions are not a substitute for conventional treatment, but are recommendations to maintain a healthy immune system.
Do follow the advisories of the respective governments and health departments strictly.
The body’s resistance is of tremendous importance in the daily welfare of living beings not only for disease prevention but also for rapid recovery after disease affliction therefore, Ayurveda propounds that prevention is an equally important aspect of disease management as cure and thus, strengthening the immune system, is a natural way to help the body fight against the disease-causing pathogens with the help of Ayurveda to maintain Swasthya.
