Abstract

IMMUNITY BOOSTER HERBS AGAINST CORONAVIRUS

Deepak Pokharkar*, Minal Choudhary, Purvaja Choudhari, Vaishnavi Bachate and Lalita Chaudhari

Abstract

In the present scenario it has become more important to build our defense system stronger against it as no evidence-based treatment for COVID-19 is developed yet. Since time immemorial, traditional spices and herbs has always played a vital role as immuno-boosters in Indian cuisine. The findings of some previous studies on the immunomodulatory effects and antiviral activities of particular foods and herbs on influenza virus and coronavirus have been collated, with the aim of promoting the use herbal medicine as COVID-19 preventive therapies. The volume of existing reports is irrefutable evidence that foods and herbs possess a potential antiviral ability against SARSCoV- 2 and can prevent COVID-19. Herbs and spices are well known from ancient times for their medicinal properties. India is home to Several spices that are used extensively in traditional medicine. Herbs like Amla, Ashwagandha, Cinnamon, Giloy, Moringa, Neem and Tulsi are said to have several health benefits. Herbs and spices are wonderful because unlike drugs, we don’t need to “take” them. Instead, we add them to our favorite dishes for a kick of flavor and increased immunity.

Keywords: COVID-19, Pandemic, Herbaceous, Perennial, Diaphoretic and Antilipemic.