Three Magic Ingredients to Naturally Increase your SpO2 (Oxygen Level) in Covid-19

 

Namaste!

Covid-19 has been a disease of concern and the whole world is struggling to fight this deadly disease for more than one year now. The whole medical field and all the experts are doing their best to control the disease. In such times, getting an alternative preventive way to prevent the infection and to help in symptomatic relief in the infection can be of great help to our nation and the world right now.

So in today's blog, we are going to talk about one such alternative way to prevent the Covid-19 infection and to help get over the major symptom of dropping down of the oxygen level or the SpO2 level due to Covid-19 infection.

Our Ayurvedic medicine has many substances that can be used to naturally boost the oxygen level in our body not just in normal conditions but also during the infection. Three major ingredients that can increase the oxygen level naturally are Camphor, Clove and Carom seeds.

So let us first discuss the origin and properties of these three magic Ayurvedic ingredients that help prevent Covid-19.

 

1) Camphor (Kapur)

Camphor or Kapur is an organic semi-translucent solid compound. It is scientifically known as Cinnamomum camphora. It can be obtained from at least 50 years old Cinnamomum camphora tree which secretes a waxy substance from its stem. The steam distillation process is used to obtain camphor oil from the stem of the tree. It is available in solid form as well as in oil form in the market.

Ayurveda of India has been using this magical ingredient for several ailments. Skin allergies, joint pains, chest congestion, skin rashes, stuffy nose, etc are the major problems for which camphor has been used as a medicine in Ayurveda for ages.

Since 2019, the Covid-19 pandemic is the greatest threat to mankind. It affects our respiratory tract and lungs. Camphor can be used in Covid-19 as preventive therapy due to the following properties

• Camphor possesses anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties.
• It is the most trusted ailment in respiratory problems like phlegm, cough, cold, and clearing nasal congestion.
• Camphor oil is a key element in vaporizing rubs owing to its strong decongestant properties.
• Inhaling camphor fragrance can clear the mucus and phlegm in the nasal tract, bronchi, and lungs.
• It also induces sleep due to the regulated breathing process. 

Thus dues to its medical properties, camphor can be used to avoid respiratory problems, promoting lung health and thus eventually regulating oxygen intake while inhaling, which will eventually lead to rising in SpO2 level or oxygen level in the body.

2) Clove (Laung, Laving)

One more Ayurvedic ingredient that can work wonders in congestion and cough and help improve lung health is clove or laung. It is obtained from an evergreen tree known as Syzygium aromaticum. It is obtained from the flower buds of this tree and is available both in whole as well as ground forms.

Cloves have many Ayurvedic properties that make them effective as preventive therapy in Covid-19. It has the following effects if used for preventive treatment:

•  Loosens cough in nose and throat.
• Helps in getting rid of bad breath.
• Reduces inflammation in nasal and oral tracks.
• Antibacterial in nature.
• Full of antioxidants which helps the body remove the free radicals from the body. This also reduces the chances of getting diabetes, heart diseases, and cancer.
  

3) Carom Seeds (Ajwain)

Caron seeds have long been used in ancient Ayurvedic medicines. Carom seeds are obtained from Ajwain herb or Trachyspermum Ammi. Although referred to as seeds, they are actually the fruits of the Ajwain herb. they are available as seeds as well as in powder form.

Carom seeds can be used as preventive Ayurvedic therapy due to the below-mentioned properties:

• Provide relief from coughing.
• Also, improve airflow to the lungs.
• Pulls out cough from throat and nose.
• Treatment with 0.057–0.113 ml per pound (0.125–0.25 ml per kg) of body weight of carom seed extract increased airflow to the lungs 30–180 minutes after administration.
• Anti-inflammatory effects reduce inflammation in your body.
• Have powerful antibacterial and anti-fungal properties 
• Have been effective in treating peptic ulcer, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
  

How to use the magic ingredients?

Things needed:

1. A clean thin cotton cloth/handkerchief
2. Camphor or Kapur (Solid)
3. Clove or Laung or Laving
4. Carom Seeds or Ajwain
5. Thread and needle (Optional)

Procedure: 

1. Dry roast the Carom seeds in a pan on a low flame.
2. Once the carom seeds turn aromatic, turn off the flame and allow it to cool down to room temperature.
   
3. You can use the raw seeds as well. In this case, crush the seeds using your hands. Do it grind it to powder form.
4. Take one tea spoon of carom seeds, 2-3 Cloves and 1-2 small pieces of solid camphor in a clean cloth or handkerchief.
5. Tie a knot or sew the edges of the cloth/handkerchief to pack the ingredients.
6. Your bundle (Potli) is ready to use.

Smell this bundle (Potli) once in every 30-45 mins. Follow this practice regularly to increase your SpO2 level naturally. It is one of the most effective preventive practice against Covid-19.

 

This is an Ayurvedic home remedy that can be used as an additional preventive therapy or for symptomatic relief during Covid-19 infection. In case of any allergic reaction do consult your doctor.

Share this information with your family and friends to protect them against the deadly Covid-19 virus.

 

Stay home and stay safe.

 

We will soon be back with a new blog regarding food habits and yogic practices that can help you boost your immunity in a natural and effective way.

You can go through the ICMR guidelines for Covid-19 for detailed information.

Namaste!