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The entire Uttar Pradesh including North India is currently going through a period of severe and intense heat. In many cities of UP, the temperature has reached close to 45 degrees Celsius, due to which the heat wave in the afternoon is making people miserable. Amidst this severe heat, Nautapa (Nautapa 2026) is going to start from 25th May. According to both astrology and science, during these 9 days of Nautapa, the Sun is closest to the Earth, due to which the hottest heat of the year occurs.
In such deadly weather, it is not enough to just cover the body from outside, but to maintain health, it is necessary to consume such things which keep the body conditioned (cool) from inside. To avoid dehydration in this season, Ayurveda experts recommend drinking an excellent summer drink – khus ka drink (vetiver water). Khus is a wonderful natural cooling agent which acts like nectar in this scorching heat.
What is Khus/Vetiver?
Many people consider poppy seeds as ‘poppy seeds’ (poppy seeds), but it is completely different from that. Vetiver is actually the root of a special aromatic grass, which has been used as a medicine in Ayurveda for centuries. The nature of this root is extremely cold. When this root is consumed after soaking it in water, it has the ability to instantly control high body temperature.
According to Ayurveda expert, 5 big benefits of drinking Khas drink
1. Natural coolant in extreme heat (Internal Cooling)
To avoid the scorching sun and summer heat, poppy root water is the most suitable remedy. Its natural cooling agents soothe internal heat and irritation as soon as it penetrates the body. It neutralizes the effects of heat waves.
2. Prevention of dehydration and electrolyte balance
Due to strong sunlight and sweat, body water dries up rapidly, which leads to dehydration and weakness. Khus drink not only quenches the frequent thirst but also helps in improving the health of the body. sodium, magnesium and potassium Like maintains the balance of essential minerals (electrolytes). These minerals are very important for our nervous system and muscles. Drinking this provides instant relief from muscle cramps and fatigue caused by heat.
3. Protection from summer skin problems
During summer, it is common to have skin rashes, heat rashes, itching and fungal infections due to sweating. Khus has excellent anti-bacterial and antiseptic properties. When you drink poppy water, it purifies the blood and cures skin problems from within.
Expert Tip: If you soak poppy root in water and take bath with that water, it acts as an excellent natural antiseptic lotion for the skin.
4. Keep the digestive system healthy
In summer, digestion often gets disturbed and appetite decreases. Khus water cools the stomach and balances the digestive fire. It reduces indigestion, sour belching, acidity and bloating. Drinking it after lunch or dinner is a great and healthy option.
5. Remove summer stress and mental fatigue
Due to excessive heat, our muscles contract, which increases stress in the body and mind. The natural and pleasant aroma of khus and its properties calm the nerves, thereby removing mental fatigue, refreshing the mood and reducing irritability caused by heat.
How to prepare poppy water at home? (Simple Recipe)
Making khus drink is very easy. For this you do not need any synthetic syrup, rather you can prepare it from the real root:
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Take a clean glass bottle or jug.
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This includes approximately 15 to 20 grams dried poppy roots (easily available in the market) and fill the bottle with water.
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close it 3 to 4 hours Let it soak so that all the extract and medicinal properties of the roots get absorbed into the water.
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After this, filter the water with a clean cloth or filter. Your natural and aromatic khus drink is ready. Drink it throughout the day at normal temperature or slightly cooled.
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Reuse Trick: You can use the same roots left in the bottle 1-2 more times by filling them with clean water again.
