How to protect your child against seasonal allergies?

According to Ayurveda, the allergy refers to the condition which aggravates the doshas namely Vata, Pitta, or Kapha. Each of the people who have the doshas will be at high risk to get the allergy as the pita aggravates. Moreover, due to seasonal changes, the immunity becomes weak and the body has increased chances of getting attacked by the germs. According to Ayurveda, Ojas is produced when the body can get the nutrition in the right manner and it will be disease-free.

At our Ayurvedic clinic in Ludhiana Dr. Vatsyayan’s Sanjivani Ayurvedshala, the doctor will give you the treatment plan according to your condition. Our Ayurvedic Doctor Punjab always emphasizes the fact that ojas protect the child against seasonal allergies. Here are some of how your child can be helped to protect them against seasonal allergies.

Tips to boost child immunity against seasonal allergies

Tip 1: Give them Tulsi Infused water

Intake of tulsi-infused water works like magic for coughs, respiratory disorders, and nasal congestion. Moreover, it is great for the eyes.

How to make Tulis infused water?

Take 5 to 6 tulsi leaves and boil them in the water. Make sure that you let your child drink it after it is cooled down and then strain the leaves out. Tulsi is known for its antibiotic properties which help in boosting immunity.

Tip 2: Boost Immunity with turmeric and ginger

Ginger and turmeric both have anti-inflammatory properties and these are also known for boosting digestion and heart health.

How to make ginger and turmeric water?

Take 1 teaspoon of turmeric and dried ginger powder (a pinch) in heated milk. Make sure that you remove the lumps by straining undissolved turmeric & ginger.

You can give your child one glass each day.

Tip 3: Give spices to boost immunity

Indian spices are a bundle of properties. You can include black pepper, cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, and cardamom. It is not just about their flavor but it also helps in boosting digestion. For the common cold and sinus allergy, fenugreek is the best choice.

Tip 4: Agni boosting diet

Agni as the name suggests it is the digestive fire that helps in boosting digestion, metabolism, and influence Ojas. You must have consumption of food that is light and easy to digest by the body. Some of the food options which you should include in your diet are:

• Paneer
• Milk
• Whole Grains
• Pulses
• Fresh & seasonal fruits

Tip 5: Give the right environment to reduce stress

Make sure that you give your child a supportive environment so that the stress is reduced. If stress levels are higher, then the body will release stress hormones which will affect immunity. It is important to give them time and talk about the troubles they are facing. Help them practice deep breathing as it reduces stress and increases immunity.

Tip 6: Boost health by intake of sesame oil

Once a week you should massage your kid with sesame oil. This oil has a number of benefits it:

• Boost strength
• Skin health
• Boost digestion
• Boost intelligence

Tip 7: Proper sleep

You must develop a habit in them to get sleep for at least 7 to 8 hours. Sleep is an important part of boosting immunity.

Schedule initial consultation

In case, your child is having any allergy or facing problems with his or her health, then schedule an initial consultation at Dr. Vatsyayan’s Sanjivani Ayurvedshala to get the best Ayurvedic treatment plan.