WHAT IS THE CORONA VIRUS?

WHAT IS THE CORONA VIRUS?

Corona Virus is the biggest Epidemic and has affected over 100 countries but there are ways to prevent it. We are all aware of the Coronavirus that has affected the entire world, originated in Wuhan, China, this virus has spread to the entire world and India is no exception. To date, there have been more than 50 cases reported in India.

It has reached Kerala, Karnataka, Punjab, Pune, and Delhi. It has the whole country is a frenzy of fear, but what is the Coronavirus and how does it affect the people? It is believed that Coronavirus was first found in a seafood market in Wuhan, China.

It later spread to different provinces of China, the Chinese New Year helped in the transmission of the virus. People who had visited the market were diagnosed with viral pneumonia and the cause is said to be the coronavirus.

However, there have been contradicting studies that suggest that it had nothing to do with the seafood market. Investigations are being conducted to determine the origin and cause of this virus. Meanwhile, the virus has spread throughout the world.

It has been seen that the Corona Virus spreads from person to person; there has been evidence of community spread as well. Community spread means people in a particular area are infected with the virus, and few of them don’t even know how they were infected.

The main symptoms of Corona Virus are:

  • Cough
  • Fever
  • Shortness of breath

These generally start showing up in people within 14 days of when the people come into contact with the virus. In extreme cases, it can lead to severe respiratory problems, kidney failure and even death. If you see any of these symptoms, it’s advised to see a doctor immediately.

It’s best to avoid people who have recently visited the most affected countries like China, Iran, Italy, Japan, and South Korea. It’s difficult to diagnose coronavirus as the symptoms are similar to that of a common cold or flu.

So it’s best to take a laboratory test to confirm. The latest data confirms 4087 deaths from coronavirus but there is a little ray of hope as 64,385 people have recovered as well. Doctors and nurses have been working day in day out to help those infected. They have been staying away from their families to treat the patients.

People often confuse Coronavirus with SARS which stands for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome. There was an outbreak of SARS in 2003, in China it was over by 2004. The virus behind the SARS outbreak is similar to the coronavirus. Coronavirus is spreading faster and can cause severe illnesses.

Even though there is no cure for Coronavirus yet, we can always take precautions. Researchers in India have come up with uses of ban tulsi to help prevent Corona Virus. Ban Tulsi is basically a wild species annual herb that may grow up to 1-2 ft tall. Ban Tulsi also is known as Jungle Tulsi, Jungli Tulsi or Van Tulsi is grown abundantly in rural areas of Malda, West Bengal.

It is known to treat many diseases like diabetes, blood pressure, etc. it is an excellent way to take precautions form coronavirus. It is known to improve immunity which is the best method to prevent Corona Virus.

It is a sacred herb and is commonly known as the Queen of Herbs. It is used in many home remedies to treat all kinds of problems, from bad breath to colds. Its antioxidant properties promote the wellness of the body making the immune system stronger.

Ban Tulsi reduces the cortisol level in the body which creates a calming, soothing effect on the nervous system of the body. It fights off the damaging radicals and improves the blood flow in the body. It also acts as a great sleep aid if taken in the evening.

It also helps cure a cold and cough which are the main symptoms of Corona Virus, so if we are able to fight off the symptoms, the chances of recovery definitely increase. It purifies the blood so it helps get rid of any harmful foreign bodies.

Drinking juice of Ban Tulsi's empty stomach provides relief from cold and cough and helps build the immune strong. It also helps in reducing the mental stress of a person. In such a situation, panic is normal but we should try and keep calm as panicking will make things only worse.

Ban Tulsi can be used with other herbs and spices to create a mix that can help cure various diseases. Since there is no known cure for Corona Virus, all we can do is take precautions and in taking Ban Tulsi is one of the most beneficial precautions.