The novel Coronavirus is the latest endemic to hit
the humanity. A look back at the past decade will reveal that the exposure to
deadly diseases is happening at an alarming rate than ever before.

The need of the hour is to bolster one’s immunity
rather than waiting to avail treatment after contracting with severe
infections. While there are a lot many ways to increase the body’s self-fighting
system against disease causing microbes, taking in a lot of leafy vegetables
tops it all.

Modern science has already established the benefits
of leafy Greens as they contain all-important minerals such as Calcium,
Magnesium, Iron, Potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, and Vitamins B1 and B2.

In Ayurvedic diet too, dark leafy vegetables are
accorded much importance in improving one’s immunity. The traditional science
prescribes a daily intake of leafy vegetables for improving one’s hair, skin
and health besides acting as a detoxifying agent.

Here are some benefits of going green, according to
Ayurveda: 

-Leafy Greens are full of nutritious juices that
naturally hydrate and cools our body.

-The natural juices and fibers in the Greens help
purify the channels (tracts, veins, arteries, etc.) in our body and aid in disease
prevention.

–The natural juices also
contain prana (life energy) that helps in optimal functioning of the mind and
body.–The high content of calcium and vitamin A present in the Greens is
beneficial for the reproductive health of women, particularly those nearing the
menopausal stage.

–They are full of antioxidants which act as an
anti-ageing factor. Besides, it helps in improving the skin tone. 

How to choose your Greens:

Always choose organic produce as this can help
eliminate all harmful pesticide residues.

Look for crisp, fresh green leaves that are
bursting with vitality.

Always try to pick greens that are seasonal and
grown locally.

Tender, fresh green leaves can go bad quickly, so
it is best to consume them on the same day you have shopped for them.

Wash them properly after rinsing them in a vessel
with water mixed with a small dose of turmeric powder

Lunch is the ideal time to consume Greens as the
digestive system functions most optimally then.  Having juices
prepared from vegetables will help in detoxifying the body.

Here is a recipe of an anti-aging Green Elixir. The
ingredients include green capsicum and green apple, which are mixed with leafy
Greens.

(Lovina Gidwani Jha – Founder & Creative
Strategist,  www.spaguidenlight.com)