The hue and cry of H1N1 virus has created a lot of panic among the people but it’s not going to benefit any body in anyway. In fact it’s going to create a lot of stress among us and thus can deteriorate our mental health.

As tamiflu tablets are effective only after the person tests positive for the virus and the vaccine against the virus is under the process of development the government of India has shown a faith in our ancient medicine.

Yes we can fight boldly with this virus by following few dos and don’ts. This virus affects usually the persons having less immunity or already suffering from some kind of chronic disorders.

Here are some tips to improve the immunity.

• First of all do not panic. Relax your mind. Some kind of exercises can help you do so especially the yogic exercises like you can do the pranayam which also helps in purifying the respiratory system to some extent.
• Immunoglobulins create the resistance in our body against the various antigens. Many herbs help in its formation in the body. Tulsi (ocimum sanctum) among these is best as it has more specific action on the respiratory system. Take few leaves of it and make decoction. Decoction of giloya(tinospora) is also good
• Use turmeric, ginger,long pepper as spices
• Use hot water to drink. This will prevent the virus from entering the respiratory system.
• Avoid the street foods.
• Indian gooseberry (amla) in raw form helps in boosting your immunity.
• Chawanprash made according to ayurvedic texts should be taken on regular basis. Some other ayurvedic drugs like sudarshan etc can also be taken.
• Finally avoid the direct contact of the affected person.

By following these few precautionary measures you can easily combat this H1N1 virus. Your immunity will be a great barrier for the virus.

Take care as health is the true wealth!