Special Foods

Tulsi has a special place in Ayurveda. It is considered sacred by Indian people and worshipped by them. Tulsi leaves are rich in vitamins A, C, and K and minerals like calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, potassium and zinc. It thus acts as a natural immunity booster and keeps infections at bay. It has immense anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal properties which protect us from a variety of infections.

How to consume Tulsi:-

Fresh Tulsi leaves can be chewed or it can be added to tea or can make Kadha from it.

Benefits of Tulsi:-

1. It acts as a natural immunity booster.
2. It helps in reducing the cold & congestion in the chest.
3. It reduces stress and blood pressure.
4. It has anti-cancer properties.
5. Tulsi leaves help to cure indigestion and loss of appetite
6. Tulsi helps clear out the skin of blemishes and acne. It is rich in antioxidants, and that helps it to prevent premature aging. Tulsi also strengthens our hair roots, thus preventing hair loss

Ashwagandha is a small evergreen shrub. It grows in India, the Middle East, and parts of Africa. The root and berry are used to make medicine.

Benefits of Ashwgandha:-

1. It acts as a natural stress reliever.
2. It helps in reducing anxiety and stress.
3. It boosts brain function and memory.
4. It reduces symptoms of depression.
5. It boosts testosterone levels and improve fertility in men.
6. It has anti-cancer properties.
7. It can lower blood sugar level.

Ginger is a flowering plant whose rhizome, ginger root or ginger, is widely used as a spice and a folk medicine. It is a herbaceous perennial which grows annual pseudostems about one meter tall bearing narrow leaf blades.

Ginger is rich in nutrients such as Vitamin-c, Vitamin-B, Potassium, Magnesium & Sodium. It can be consumed in tea or as Kadha.

Benefits of Ginger: – 

1. It reduces cholesterol level.
2. It reduces risk of cancer.
3. It reduces blood sugar.
4. It strengthens the immune system.

Mint leaves also known as Pudina are a popular aromatic herb for its freshness with several health benefits. Since ancient times, people have used different types of mint all over the world. A variety of mint plants offer you a lot of anti-oxidant properties and health benefits. Mint leaves contain vitamin A, vitamin C, and B-complex, phosphorous, calcium, and has anti-bacterial properties.

Benefits of Mint Leaves: –

1. It helps to promote the digestive system by stimulating digestive enzymes.
2. It improves respiratory system by relieving chest congestion.
3. Mint is full of vitamins and antioxidants thus improves immunity.
4. Mint has strong and refreshing smell could help beat stress and rejuvenate the mind.
5. It helps in weight loss.
6. Mint leaves have antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties which helps in treatment of acne & scar.