Whooping Cough:
• It usually affects children between the ages of 1-5 years • This disease is contagious
Symptoms to look for:
• Severe coughing • Recurrent vomiting • Runny nose • Sneezing • Nasal congestion • Fever • Dry cough
Causes:
• Bacterial infection in the respiratory system • Transmitted from the infected person
Natural home remedy using fenugreek seeds, ginger and honey:
1. Take 250 ml water 2. Add 1 tsp fenugreek seeds 3. Boil the water till it reduces to half 4. Strain the mixture 5. Add 1 tsp ginger juice 6. Add 1 tsp honey 7. Mix well 8. Drink this lukewarm
Natural home remedy using garlic:
1. Garlic contains allicin which has anti-bacterial properties 2. Crush a few garlic cloves and make paste 3. Press this on a sieve and extract juice 4. Drink 1 tsp of this juice 3 times in a day
Tips:
• There is a high risk of dehydration in this condition • Hence, one should keep the body hydrated by: o Drinking 8-10 glasses of water everyday o Drinking juices and soups o Eating fruits with high water content
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. |
