There is an inseparable bond between children and their grandparents. Childhood memories are the most cherished as children find their haven in their grandmothers. Come rain or shine, our dadis always had some effective homemade remedies in their kitty. We trust our grandmothers and their prescriptions more than any modern-day medicine in any health condition. Our grandmothers have suggested Dadi Ke Nushke – nutrition-rich foods we should consume, especially during monsoons when we are susceptible to infections and illnesses and when our gut health goes for a toss. This is how you will be able to enjoy #HealthyMonsoonWithActivLiving.

What you need to know:

Masala Doodh
Tulsi Adrak Ras

Neha Ranglani is an Indian integrative nutritionist, dietician, blogger, writer, speaker, and plant-based nutrition coach. She has recommended two Dadi Ke Nushkes in the form of immunity-boosting foods you can consume when you are down with the flu during monsoons.

Masala Doodh

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Haldi doodh or turmeric milk is something everyone has had from childhood. Turmeric contains antifungal, antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties and is readily available in all Indian households. Masala doodh with haldi and other spices has amazing immunity-boosting properties.

Ingredients
1 cup of milk of your choice
¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
⅛ teaspoon cinnamon powder
⅛ teaspoon ginger powder
⅛ teaspoon mulethi powder
A pinch of pepper powder
1 tablespoon jaggery syrup or honey

Method

Heat the milk.
Add all the ingredients.
Give it a good mix. Allow it to bring to a boil.
Pour it into a cup or glass. Your immunity-boosting drink is ready to drink.

Enjoy the monsoons in the healthiest way. The ingredients used can protect you from diseases and illnesses which people are prone to during monsoons.

Tulsi Adrak Ras

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Tulsi is a miraculous herb that our grandmothers suggest for any health issue. It has been used since ancient times owing to its many medicinal properties. Especially for stomach or throat infections and fevers, which are more common in monsoon, tulsi ras is every grandmother’s go-to ingredient.

Ingredients
A handful of tulsi leaves
1 inch of ginger
⅛ teaspoon turmeric powder
A pinch of pepper powder
1-tablespoon jaggery or honey syrup (optional)

Method

Add the tulsi leaves to a blender jar with the piece of ginger. Add water to blend it well.
Strain it in a strainer.
Add the other ingredients to it and mix it well.

If you find this a strong tonic, then you can add one teaspoon of jaggery or honey syrup.
It is potent and good for your health as it can help you fight unwanted pests in your body that the monsoons expose us to.

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