And to help us prepare for it better, London-based physician Dr Rupy Aujla took to Instagram on October 26 and shared his recipe for homemade immunity-boosting chicken broth. Winter is almost here, which means there is a nip in the air and a rise in flu all around us.
“Homemade broth sounds like effort, but trust me, it’s one of the easiest things you’ll make. Ask your butcher for good-quality bones and the hob does the rest,” wrote the doctor in the caption. “It’s my go-to whenever I’m feeling a bit run down, fighting off a cold or just need something comforting. It contains a little collagen and amino acids like glycine and proline, which may support gut health, though the evidence is still limited. He also added in the video that the broth is rich in micronutrients like magnesium , calcium and zinc. The detailed recipe for the dish, sufficient for eight servings, is presented as follows. As a storage tip, Dr Aujla suggested freezing the broth in an ice cube tray or silicone moulds, and reheating it when needed. “Or I’ll make it a complete meal with veg, shredded chicken and wholegrain noodles or rice. It’s one of my favourite habits during cold and flu season. Note to readers: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them. This article is for informational purposes only. Dr Rupy Aujla, MBBS, BSc, MRCGP, MSc, is a London-based doctor, specialising in general practice and emergency medicine, a nutritionist and founder of The Doctor’s Kitchen.
“I’ll turn it into a sipping broth by gently simmering with anti-inflammatory spices like garlic, ginger, cinnamon stick, cumin seeds and a few cloves,” he shared.
