It’s the time of century where a healthy immune system is a dire need of all the mortals. Only the ones with a fully armed immune system can ace the aura of this deadly pandemic.
Apart from this pandemic, seasonal sniffles and coughs also portray a weak immunity that surely needs to be taken care of.
Here, we are about to tell you five most top rated herbs that can bolster immunity dynamically.
Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
A profuse amount of pharmacological activities are attributed to this hero that is always there to brighten up your kitchen cupboard. Turmeric is appraised because of its active constituent that is highly dynamic in chasing the nuisances; curcumin.
Curcumin is believed to have antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-fungal properties that are enough to combat a plethora of seasonal diseases.
Note: There are no significant studies that turmeric is effective against Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Licorice root (Glyccrhiza glabra)
Licorice root has long been enjoyed for treating a plethora of ailments all around the world. It is considered to have immunomodulatory activities that can surely bolster your immune system.
Its use in Chinese medicine has attracted many audiences because of its anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-bacterial, and immune-boosting properties.
Licorice is believed to support the working of the adrenal system which plays a key role in modulation of immunity.A wrecked immune system seems to be a safe place for all the waiting microbes. Licorice not only supports immunity through the adrenal system but also directly participates in maintaining a robust immunity.
Astragalus (Astragalus propinquus)
Astragalus has many purported pharmacological properties and is considered to host a number of conditions. It is hailed as a life-prolonging herb.
Astragalus serves as an adaptogen and guards the body against physical, mental, and emotional stresses. It is employed in preventing colds and upper respiratory tract infections and other viral agents that are intent on disturbing the serene immune system.
Many tinctures are available in the market; they contain Astragalus as their main constituent to tonify a weak immune system.
Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
Oregano satiates the need of a troubled immune system by providing it what it really needs; thymol. Thymol is a very crucial constituent of oregano that plays a chief role in working as a shield against harmful toxins, puts a stop to tissue damage, encourages healing, and wards off various infections.
Inhalation of oregano oil is appraised as one of the best immune-boosting remedies.
Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea)
Echinacea is quite powerful when it comes to warding off viral infections. It healthily supports lung by keeping bronchial infections at bay. It also reduces the time duration of cold and flu. Not only that, but it is also potent in treating sore throat, cough and fever.
Several preparations of Echinacea are commercially available to fortify your immunity.
References
- Menon, V.P. and Sudheer, A.R., 2007. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of curcumin. In The molecular targets and therapeutic uses of curcumin in health and disease (pp. 105-125). Springer, Boston, MA.
- Chirumbolo, S., 2016. Commentary: The antiviral and antimicrobial activities of licorice, a widely-used Chinese herb. Frontiers in microbiology, 7, p.531.
- Chirumbolo, S., 2016. Commentary: The antiviral and antimicrobial activities of licorice, a widely-used Chinese herb. Frontiers in microbiology, 7, p.531.
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