The effect of monsoon has been seen in many parts of the country. In this season, special care has to be taken regarding health. With the changing weather, the problem of cold-cough and cold is common. Some people think that common cold occurs only in cold days. It is absolutely wrong to think so. In summer or rain, people are mostly troubled by cold and cough. As soon as this problem arises, people start taking medicines. While there are many such home remedies available in our kitchen, by which minor problems like cold-cough and cold can be easily overcome. Let’s know about these tips…
taking steam
The most relief in cold and cough comes from taking steam. Closed nostrils open up inhaling steam. You can take plain water steam or you can also take steam by adding tree oil, clove oil, eucalyptus oil, lemongrass oil. This gives relief in sore throat. If you also have a complaint of cold and cold, then adopting this home remedy will give relief.
drinking basil tea
If you are having frequent cough or mucus, then Tulsi leaves will help you. For this you should consume Tulsi tea. Apart from this, you can take fresh basil leaves or you can take dried leaves. As for dried tulsi leaves, even a tablespoon may suffice. Boil them by putting them in water along with one or two buds of cardamom. This can bring relief.
gargle
If you have got wet in the rain due to which you are having cough, cold, sore throat, phlegm, then gargling will be very beneficial. For this you should gargle with salt water. By gargling, the phlegm accumulated in the throat gets removed and the swelling of the throat gets relief. That’s why if you are also troubled by cold and cold, then do gargle.
honey tea
A popular home remedy for cough is adding honey to warm water. According to some research, honey can provide relief from cough. Effective in treating cough, mix 2 teaspoons of honey with warm water or any herbal tea to make this honey tea. Drink this mixture once or twice a day. Do not give honey to children under 1 year old.
black pepper
Licking black pepper powder with honey provides relief in cold, and reduces watery nose. Apart from this, mix half a teaspoon of black pepper powder and one teaspoon of sugar candy and drink it twice a day with a glass of warm milk.
Gooseberry
Amla is considered very effective for cough. Let us tell you that Amla, rich in Vitamin-C, is beneficial for health in many ways apart from improving blood circulation. By including amla in your diet, you can increase the source of anti-oxidants. It also helps in strengthening your immunity.
wheat bran
You can also use wheat bran to treat cold and cough. Boil 10 grams of wheat bran, five cloves and some salt in water and make a decoction out of it. Drinking a cup of its decoction will give you instant relief. However, colds are usually mild with symptoms lasting a week or less. Using wheat bran will give you relief from the problem.
fennel seeds
Fennel seeds will help you in cold and cough. Fennel is a common kitchen ingredient. For this, boil one teaspoon of fennel in water and reduce it to half. After this consume it. This will give relief in sore throat and cough.
turmeric milk
Turmeric is an essential ingredient found in almost all Indian kitchens. Turmeric contains a strong antioxidant that helps in treating many health problems. Drinking hot milk mixed with turmeric is a popular and effective way to fight cold and cough. Drinking a glass of warm turmeric milk before sleeping helps in quick recovery from cold and cough.
Garlic
Garlic contains a chemical called allicin, which is anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal. It cures cold and flu infection. For this, fry 4-5 garlic buds in ghee and eat them.
