Health Desk. Along with its beauty, the winter season also brings many health challenges. Due to increasing levels of cold and humidity, the body may feel weak and sometimes the risk of diseases like cold, cough or sore throat increases. In such a situation, adopting natural remedies is the safest and most effective way.
1. Milk and Turmeric: An Ancient Magic
Drinking hot milk mixed with turmeric has been a popular remedy to ward off cold in Indian homes for centuries. Curcumin present in turmeric increases the body’s immunity with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The protein and calcium present in milk provide instant energy and warmth to the body. Drinking a cup of turmeric milk before sleeping not only keeps the body warm but also helps in good sleep.
2.Milk and saffron: A dash of health with taste
Saffron not only adds color and fragrance to food and drinks, but it also helps in increasing blood circulation and strengthening immunity in winter. Taking saffron mixed with milk keeps the body warm from inside and reduces the effect of cold in winter. Besides, saffron also increases mental freshness and energy.
How to take this magical drink?
Turmeric Milk: Mix one teaspoon turmeric in 1 cup of warm milk and drink it 30 minutes before sleeping.
Saffron Milk: Add 3-4 saffron petals in 1 cup of hot milk, boil it lightly and drink it at any time of the day. However, it is better to take it at bedtime.
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