The pandemic of covid 19 is wreaking our country. Taking all precautions and staying at home is very important. It is also important for people to have a healthy diet as well as take immunity boosters to prevent illness. Chances are that people who have a better immune system will be able to deal with infections better.  The immune system requires the support of many nutrients. It is recommended to consume a variety of foods for a nourishing and balanced diet, including whole grains, pulses and legumes, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and animal source foods. There is no single food that will prevent you from catching COVID-19 but can only make your immune system stronger to fight against viruses. Fresh fruits and vegetables are part of a healthy diet and their consumption can be increased. People have become more conscious about the fruits and vegetables they have been consuming on a day-to-day basis.

Here are some simple and easy-to-prepare homemade juices that will not only keep you fit and healthy but also strengthen the overall immune system. These nutritional rejuvenating drinks can be made with ingredients that are easily available in your kitchen.

Cucumber Mint Lemonade

Lemonade is already a summer classic for ages , so try a cooling twist on the original with cucumber, lime, mint ginger and kiwi. Lemons are a good source of vitamin C they are beneficial for building up resistance against infection.   

Ingredients

1. 1/2 – Cucumber
2. ¼ – Bunch fresh mint
3. ½ teaspoon – Lemon juice
4. 2 tsp – Sugar
5. 1/4 tsp-  Ginger
6. 1/2 – Kiwi

Method

1. Wash and peel cucumber, ginger, and kiwi
2. Take the juice out of the lemon
3. Wash mint leaves and keep aside 
4. Mix all the ingredients in a mixer and serve chilled with ice cubes

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Green Detox

Drinking healthy and tasty green detox during summers reduces the effects of intense heat and prevents dehydration, by stopping excessive loss of sodium chloride and iron from the body. These minerals often tend to leach out into your sweat, during summers, making you dehydrated. It is rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Folic acid and other antioxidants that prevent inflammation and help the body fight infections.

Ingredients

1. 1/2 – Raw Mango
2. 1/4 tsp – Ginger
3. Pinch – Green chilly
4. Few – Mint leaves
5. 2 tsp – Sugar

Method

1. Wash and peel the mangoes, ginger.
2. Clean mint leaves and green chilly.
3. Blend all the ingredients in the mixer and strain the juice and serve chilled with ice cubes

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Red Surprise

Tomatoes are the major dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. They are also a great source of vitamin C, potassium, folate, and vitamin K. Watermelons are low in calories and high in water content of 95%. Chilled watermelon Juice is very refreshing during summer. Squeeze a lemon in it for varied taste.

Ingredients

1. 1/2 – Tomato
2. 1 small bowl – Water melon
3. 1/2 – Carrot
4. 1 tsp –  Lemon juice

Method

1. Wash and clean all the ingredients
2. Blend all the ingredients in the mixer except the lemon juice and strain the juice add the lemon juice and serve chilled with ice cubes

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Tangy Cooler

Pineapples are low in calories but have an incredibly impressive nutrient profile. pineapple is a rich source of flavonoids, which play an important role in fighting oxidative stress in the body. This fruit is rich in both bromelain and vitamin C and is known to help in reducing illnesses and boosting the immune system by stimulating the activity of the white blood cells in the body.

Ingredients

1. 1/2 small bowl –  Pineapple
2. 1/4 tsp –  Ginger
3. 1 tsp – Lemon juice

Method

1. Wash and clean all the ingredients.
2. Blend all the ingredients in the mixer except the lemon juice and strain the juice add the lemon juice and serve chilled with ice cubes.

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