Fall is the time to take care of their health.
Autumn according to Ayurveda — the time of changes: it’s cold and windy, nature fade, people are prone to depression and devastation.
At this time inevitably reduced immunity. A specialist in medicinal herbs Sebastian Pole gives 4 tips to be healthy in the offseason.
The important thing rule of Ayurveda is to change the way of life in accordance with the current time of year. In addition, to strengthen the immune system, will help healing herbs, aromatherapy and nutrition. Usually the Ayurveda specialists attribute the fall to the period of dominance of Vata dosha. Vata is characterized by qualities such as dryness, lightness, levity, transparency, cold. In addition, Wool is always controls the completion of the cycles, when there is fading, fading and decay.
1. Seasonal menu
According to Ayurveda, warm time of year need to eat light and cool foods, and with the approach of cold weather the food should become more rich, buttery and warm. Fall in any case can not starve. With salads you need to switch to vegetable stews and thick soups. All dishes are advised to add clarified butter (ghee). To strengthen the immune system Ayurveda recommends the autumn to eat more nuts, root vegetables, baked apples and pumpkin.
By the way, is not only important what you eat, but how. At the table you need to sit in a state of mental calm and relaxation. If you are annoyed or concerned about, it is better not to eat or eat just a little bit. You should chew your food slowly and with pleasure. In no case do not overeat, even in the fall. Do not forget the “warming” spices: pepper, ginger, garlic.
2. Wonderful berry
Familiar to all Russians the elder — the new “super”. Recent studies have shown that in strengthening immunity, it is effectively well-known Echinacea. Elderberry contains flavonoids, ascorbic acid, vitamin a and B6, as well as anthocyanins, beneficial effect on the immune system. Prevention is optimal to take 1-3 tablespoons of elderberry syrup per day. By the way, it is suitable for both adults and children. If you do get sick, the dose can be increased. Elderberry extract helps to reduce sore throat, reduces cough and fever.
3. Grass
To maintain immunity in the autumn of helpful to brew herbal tea Andrographis, thyme (thyme) and Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola). You can find them in pharmacies or specialized stores. In Ayurveda these herbs are always valued for antibacterial, antifungal and detoxifying properties. Their ages were used to treat colds and improve digestion. By the way, it is believed that the flu epidemic in India in 1919, stopped the use Andrographis.
In addition to herbal teas to strengthen the vital forces fall at night is useful to drink warm milk with spices like cardamom, cinnamon or ginger. But coffee and black tea should be abandoned. They have a stimulating effect on the nervous system out of balance, and cause stress.
4. Aromatherapy
To maintain immunity most useful essential oils of tea tree, peppermint, eucalyptus, thyme and lavender. They need to be used for inhalation, massage or scenting rooms. To strengthen the immune system can be another nice way is to regularly take a warm bath with essential oils. For this you need 5-15 drops of oil of one or more types mixed with honey, bath foam or sea salt and add to warm water (37-38 degrees). Take a bath you need 5 to 15 minutes. After the procedure does not need rinsing or wipe, correct immediately wrapped in a large towel or robe and go to sleep.
About the expert
Sebastian Pole (Sebastian Pole) — a connoisseur and promoter of Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, a specialist in herbs, the British founder of Pukka Herbs, which produces herbal teas and dietary Supplements.
