Ginger helps to open up blocked sinuses when you suffer from a cold. Crushed ginger can be added to tea, home-made concoctions and to vegetables and soups that you cook during the monsoons. You could also mix it with mint and a dash of lemon juice to make a rejuvenating beverage.
9. Amla or Indian Gooseberry and Oranges
Amla and oranges are rich sources of vitamin C that help in building immunity, provide protection against coughs and colds and help in enhancing the absorption of Iron from the diet. Amla is a very versatile food and can be consumed in raw form, as Amla juice, Amla raita or as murabba (jam). Oranges can be eaten alone or in salads twice or thrice a week. Fresh Orange juice can be more refreshing than the processed orange juice since the latter is usually high on “hidden sugar” than nutrients! In general, it is better to choose more of foods in their natural state.