01/5 ​Here's how Chicken soup can be the best fix for cold and flu virus!

Who doesn't love diving into a comforting bowl of chicken soup served with some cheesy and crispy garlic bread or croutons, but what if we tell you that a piping hot bowl of soup can not only satiate your hunger but at the same time it can be the most delicious yet easy cure for cold and flu virus. Here's the proof!

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02/5 ​​How Chicken soup is the best prevention from the flu virus?

As the weather turns chilly and we struggle through the sniffles, the best way to beat the blues is by making yourself a hearty bowl of chicken soup.

The melange of aromatic spices cooked with protein-rich chicken makes for a delicious yet healthy treat to ward off any signs of cold, sore throat, allergies and flu virus.

According to a study by Coping with Allergies and Asthma published in 1998, it was observed that indulging in a warm soup or broth may help in improving the function of Cilia (nose hairs) that prevents any allergens from entering the body. As per the study, the nutrients in the chicken soup can boost immunity and build resistance to fight seasonal ailments and flu. Thus it is the best way to prevent allergens.

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03/5 ​How chicken soup can help in healing any signs of congestion and seasonal infections?

Chicken is rich in a compound called carnosine, which helps in relieving any signs of congestion in the upper respiratory tract, sore throat, cold cough and flu. This compound helps in reducing inflammation by stopping the migration of wbc (white blood cells). As per a study published in the National Library of Medicine, the presence of gelatine, glucosamine and chondroitin in the bones are released in the soup, which helps in reducing inflammation and repairing of connective tissues, which furthers helps in faster recovery from illness.

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04/5 ​What makes a chicken soup so healthy?

Chicken broth cooked with onions, garlic, ginger and spices can be the best remedy for any sign of weakness caused due to the seasonal changes. Chicken is packed with the goodness of omega 3 fatty acids, protein, fiber. In fact, a mélange of veggies, spices and herbs cooked with chicken can be the best meal to boost metabolism, immunity and it also helps in combating and healing any signs of flu virus.

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05/5 ​Here's how you can make basic chicken soup at home

To make this easy soup, wash and clean the chicken with some lukewarm water. Then run it through some cold water to retain the texture.

Next, take 2 chicken breasts and add 3 cup of water in a pressure cooker. Then add in 1 inch ginger grated, 5-6 minced garlic cloves along with 4-5 whole peppercorns, 1 inch cinnamon. Cover the lid and pressure cook for 3 whistles.

In the meantime, wash, clean and chop veggies like 1 carrot, 1 beetroot, ½ cup baby spinach.

Next heat a pan over medium flame and add in 1 tablespoon of butter, add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 chopped onion along with the chopped veggies. Once the chicken broth is pressure cooked, take out the chicken and allow it to cool, cut it into chunks and add it to the veggie toss. Then add in some mixed herb seasoning, salt and pepper to the chicken.

Next, add in the chicken stock to the veggie toss, season with a little more salt and add a handful of cilantro. Cover the lid and allow the soup to reduce to half. Turn off the flame, transfer the soup to the bowls and garnish with a dollop of butter, pepper and coriander leaves.

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