Common Cold:
• Common cold is a viral infection
Symptoms to look for:
• Constant sneezing • Blocked or runny nose • In severe cases: o Sore throat o Dry cough o Headache o Mild fever
Causes:
• Viral infection of the respiratory tract • It can spread from an infected person to another through sneezing • Allergic disorders • Change in weather
Natural home remedy using milk, turmeric powder and black pepper powder:
1. Take 1 glass of warm milk 2. Add 1 tsp of turmeric powder 3. Add 1 tsp of black pepper powder 4. Mix well 5. Drink 2 times everyday
Natural home remedy using carom seeds:
1. Crush 1 tbsp carom seeds 2. Put 1 tsp of this powder in a clean cloth 3. Tie the cloth in a bundle 4. Hold this bundle close to your nose and inhale
Natural home remedy using ladyfingers:
1.Take 100 gm ladyfingers or okra 2. Cut them into small pieces 3. Add them to ½ L hot water 4. Heat for 10-15 min 5. Inhale the steam coming from the mixture
• This gives relief from dry cough and throat irritation
These remedies are based on the principles of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian science of healing, and are completely natural, non-invasive, and can be prepared at home. Consult your doctor if the symptoms persist. Refer to the terms of use. |
