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The immune system is our greatest ally in protecting health. A nurse and the author of the blog Being a Nurse recommends a simple way to support the body’s defenses during periods of increased infections. Just regularly use readily available natural ingredients that boost immunity, and try the recipe for a homemade syrup.
Why is it important to support immunity?
Our immunity is exposed to strain every day – from stress, through polluted environments to an inappropriate diet. If you add lack of sleep and little outdoor exercise, our body becomes much more susceptible to illness. Experts therefore emphasize that the immune system needs to be strengthened over the long term and regularly.
Proper nutrition, rest and quality sleep are fundamental. Add natural ingredients high in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, and your defenses will be significantly strengthened.
Natural remedies to support immunity
The nurse recommends regularly including the following in your diet:
- garlic – a strong natural antibiotic
- onion – supports the respiratory tract and immunity
- ginger – acts against inflammation and warms the body
- cinnamon and cloves – natural spices with antibacterial effects
- honey – rich in enzymes and antioxidants
- millet and flaxseeds – a valuable source of fiber and minerals
- berry juices – raspberries, blackcurrant or elderberry are rich in vitamin C
Recipe for homemade immunity syrup
You can easily prepare this natural syrup at home and use it both preventively and at the first signs of a cold.
Ingredients:
- 3 onions
- 5 cloves of garlic
- a piece of fresh ginger (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon turmeric
- 2 small lemons
- 3 tablespoons honey
Preparation:
- Peel the onions and chop finely.
- Press or chop the garlic.
- Wash the ginger and lemons well and cut them with the peel.
- Put everything into a glass container, add the turmeric and honey.
- Mix well, cover with gauze or a lid and let stand for several hours in a warm place.
- Once the mixture releases juice, move the container to the refrigerator.
How to take the syrup?
- For infection: 1 tablespoon every 1.5 hours
- Preventively: 1–2 tablespoons daily
Summary
Strengthening immunity does not require expensive dietary supplements. Often a natural syrup made from readily available ingredients is enough, which you can easily prepare at home. The combination of garlic, onion, ginger, lemon, honey and spices provides the body not only protection against infections, but also valuable vitamins and antioxidants.
If you want to stay healthy and full of energy, give your body rest, a balanced diet and natural remedies. Your immunity will reward you.
