Sinuses are eight hollow cavities in our skull around the nose. Sinuses lighten the skull, acts as a shock absorbers for skull, improve our voices and moistens nasal cavity. The mucus layer shields the nose from micro-organisms, pollutants, dirt and dust. Sinuses drain the mucus produced by them into the nasal cavity but get themselves blocked due to excess mucus production or due to a blockage in the mucus outflow. Eventually, they get attacked by bacteria which causes pain, inflammation and purulent mucus leading to sinusitis. People who have asthma, allergies, structural blockages in the nose or people with weak immune systems or sinuses are at a greater risk of forming sinusitis. Sinusitis involves the manifestation of viruses, bacteria and fungus in the sinuses causing inflammation, infection and related symptoms. There could be symptoms of acute rhinitis (common cold) followed by involvement of the sinuses marked by the appearance of … Continue reading “How to Prevent Sinusitis and Hay Fever with Ayurveda?”
Month: May 2018
Carrot-Ginger Soup
This beautiful bright-yellow soup is delicious, healthy, and easy to make! Carrots are rich source of vitamin A, while cinnamon and peppercorns are good for circulation and digestion. Ingredients – Ghee-2 tablespoons – Chopped onion-2 cups – Chopped fresh ginger – 4 teaspoons – Chopped Carrots-7 cups – Water -6 cups – Salt or to taste-2 teaspoons – Cinnamon Stick-1 – Whole Peppercorns-10 – 1 small bunch parsley, chopped Preparation 1 – Heat the ghee (or coconut oil) in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the ginger and carrots and saute frequently stirring for 2 minutes. 2 – Add the water, salt, cinnamon stick, and peppercorns. Bring to boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the carrots are tender, about 20 minutes. 3 – Remove the cinnamon stick and some or most of peppercorns, according to your taste. … Continue reading “Carrot-Ginger Soup”
