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Cough and cold is a commonly occurring health problem among both children as well as adults. Usually people with low immunity are susceptible to this problem more often. Although there are many over the counter and prescription medicines available for this problem, it is always advisable to opt for home remedies. This is because allopathic medicines usually have harmful side effects and are also expensive. On the other hand home remedies for cold are not harmful in any way and not so expensive. Let us look at 10 different home remedies for this ailment.

Ginger tea

Ginger is effective in drying up a running nose and eliminates the phlegm from the respiratory tract. At the same time, ginger also has a soothing effect on the symptoms of cold and speeds up the process of recovery. Apart from consuming ginger as a tea, you can also keep a small piece of ginger in the mouth and chew on it occasionally. The juice of ginger will soothe the throat and remove the phlegm.

Sitopaladichurna

This is a traditional mix of herbs which is well known since ancient times for relieving a cough which could be caused by different respiratory problems. It is effective in treating asthma, shortness of breath, bronchitis and chest congestion. It is also helpful in sinus congestion, sore throat, seasonal and allergic rhinitis due to allergies from dust. Sitopaladichurna has a lubricating and expectorant action which helps in controlling congestion and soothes the delicate membranes of the throat and lungs.

Milk and turmeric

Warm milk and turmeric mixture is a popular and effective method of dealing with cough. This mixture is advisable for both children and adults.

Lemon cinnamon and honey

Lemon, cinnamon and honey are well known for their different benefits for health. One of the benefits of a combination of these three is a well known and popular home remedy for cough and cold. Take some honey in a pan, fill to half and boil it until it becomes thin, add the juice of one lemon and a pinch of cinnamon powder. This syrup can help fight cold and cough.

Mahasudarshanchurna

Mahasudarshanchurna is another mix of traditional herbs like sitopaladichurna. It is especially useful in the treatment of chronic cough, cold and fever. It helps in enhancing the metabolism and promotes the health of the immune system. It is easily available in herbal stores and some drug stores as well.

Gargles

Salt water gargle is an ancient therapy for cough and sore throat and you can add a pinch of turmeric to the gargle water to make it more effective.

Honey and brandy

Brandy increases the heat in the body and honey helps in treating cough. A teaspoon of brandy mixed with honey is very effective in fighting cough and cold.

Warm water

Drinking luke warm water is also helpful in treating cough and cold and reducing the inflammation in the throat.

Spice tea

Tea made with spices including tulsi, ginger and black pepper is very effective in the treatment of cough and cold.

Honey lime juice and warm water

Add a spoon of honey to a glass of lemon juice in warm water. This is very effective in dealing with cough and cold.

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