HOME REMEDIES FOR COMMON PROBLEMS:
1..COMON COLD AND COUGH :-
Throat irritation and blockage of the nasal passage usually accompanies a cold. It may also be accompanied by a cough which is the secretion of mucus due to infection of the lungs.
What causes Cold and Cough?
There is no exact reason for the cold and cough. Its causes can vary for an allergy, influenza, sinusitis or a viral infection. However the most common reasons are:
- Low immunity
- Exposure to cold or dust
- Others irritating inhalations
- Allergies
Symptoms of Cold and Cough:
- Runny nose
- Secretion of mucus
- Throat irritation
Remedies:
Here are some soothing natural remedies that will help keep you smiling through the cold.
* Vitamin C rich fruits:
* Ginger (adrak):
Cut about 10 grams of ginger in to small pieces and boil in a cup of water, Stain, add a teaspoon of sugar and drink it while hot. Alternatively, ginger tea is also an effective remedy against cold.
* Garlic (lehsun):
Garlic is a real immunity booster. Finely chop 2 to 3 cloves of garlic and swallow it like any other medicine. It can also be used raw into salad dressings. Crushing a clove of garlic into soups, stews etc, is also effective and greatly enhances their flavour.
* Turmeric powder (haldi):
Turmeric is most effective in curing throat irritation during colds. Fresh turmeric powder and ajwain (carom seeds) mixed in a glass of warm milk taken once or twice a daily is the most useful curative measure.
Foods to be Avoided:
- Cold beverages, aerated drinks and ice-creams
- Deep fried foods
- Mithai
Easy pointers to fight Cold and Cough:
- Consume plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables as they strengthen the immune system. Try not to cook the vegetables for a long period as it results in loss of nutrients like vitamins B and C.
- Drink plenty of fluids (water, vegetables soups and fruit juices ) as they help to replenish the fluids lost during the illness.
- Eat hot and spicy foods. Eating these foods will make your nose run and the mucus will began to clear.
- Avoid smoking as it aggravates the throat and interferes with the infection-fighting activity of the cells
- Take rest as it gives your body a better chance to fight the virus.
- Stay away from dusty environment as that can aggravate the situation.
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