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Winter Wellness Treatment Recipes !

Bilkul Online | Sunday Special 

By Sajida Tahoor 

Vegetarian Winter Immunity Kadha

A strong Ayurvedic drink to fight cold, cough, flu, and keep the body warm.

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 inch fresh ginger (crushed)
  • 1 inch fresh turmeric or ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 5–6 tulsi leaves
  • 4–5 black peppercorns (crushed)
  • 1 small cinnamon stick
  • 2 cloves
  • 1 tsp jaggery (optional)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Method

  • Boil water in a pan.
  • Add ginger, turmeric, tulsi, pepper, cinnamon, and cloves.
  • Boil on low flame for 10–12 minutes until reduced slightly.
  • Strain the kadha.
  • Add jaggery and lemon just before drinking.

Benefits

✔ Boosts immunity
✔ Heals cold & throat irritation
✔ Improves digestion
✔ Keeps the body warm from within

 

Non-Vegetarian Winter Healing Mutton Soup (Paya-Inspired, Mild Version)

Rich in collagen, warming spices, and perfect for bone strength & recovery.

Ingredients

  • 250g mutton with bones
  • 1 medium onion (sliced)
  • 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ inch cinnamon
  • 3–4 peppercorns
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • 3 cups water
  • Fresh coriander for garnish

Method

  • Wash mutton well; pressure cook it with all ingredients for 5–6 whistles.
  • Simmer on low heat for 10 more minutes for richer flavour.
  • Strain (optional) for a clear soup.
  • Garnish with coriander and serve warm.

Benefits

✔ Strengthens bones & joints
✔ Keeps the body warm in winter
✔ Helps in recovery from weakness
✔ Rich in natural collagen

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