Taking care of our immunity has become the topmost priority in this age of pandemic. Ayurveda has so many herbs and ingredients that can boost immunity by detoxifying and balancing the doshas in the body. Here is a simple Immunity Spice mix that you can make at home to boost your Immunity. Its simple to make and can be stored for a longer period of time for daily use.

Ingredients

• 6 parts fennel
• 1 part powdered dry ginger
• 1 part black pepper
• ¼ part ground cinnamon
• 6 parts turmeric
• 3 parts cumin
• 3 parts coriander

How to make Immunity Spice Mix?

1. Roast, or dry-fry, whole cumin, coriander, fennel and black pepper and then grind the mixture into a powder. Add turmeric, ginger and cinnamon.
2. Mix all the powdered spices well and store them in an airtight container in a cool place away from direct sunlight.
3. For daily use, sauté one teaspoon of ghee, heating until you smell the aroma. Immediately remove the pan from the heat to avoid burning the spices.
4. Sauté the spices in ghee and sprinkle or drizzle on vegetables, rice or other grains, or cook them in vegetables like a soup.
5. Or add steamed vegetables to the spice mixture while still in the pan and stir.
6. You can also sprinkle them on your food if you eat your noon meal out. Add salt and pepper to taste.

This spice mixture can be used regularly to flavour one dish for the main meal of the day to boost immunity and improve digestion.