Let’s discuss a little about Cough and Cold. It’s the natural response of our body to clear foreign material or mucus from the respiratory tract and it can also be caused by food. Cough can be both acute or chronic which can last for more than eight weeks. The cause for cold and cough can be a bacterial or viral infection along with other reasons like smoking, asthma, or allergic reaction.
Cough can be of Two Types
This depends on the underlying cause but the most common type of cough is Dry cough with no presence of mucus and Wet cough where mucus is present in the throat where you have to hawk out the mucus.
Best Drink To Help You in Getting Rid Of Cold and Cough
Ginger Tea
It is one of the best remedies which contains an anti-inflammatory property which helps in soothing sore throat and dry cough. Boil ginger in one cup of water and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes then add one spoon of honey and drink it throughout the day. It’s beneficial for both cold and cough. It is also very effective in relaxing the muscles and opening the airways.
Turmeric Milk
One of the herbs which are used in Ayurvedic medicine and have lots of benefits and it contains curcumin which has anti-bacterial as well as antiviral property making it useful in all kinds of infection. Turmeric helps you in building the immunity stronger and helping to get rid of dry as well as wet cough. You can also add black pepper which will help in speedy recovery.
Chamomile Tea
It is one of the beautiful flowers which packs anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that helps in promoting sleep and boosting your immunity. It is very helpful in reducing cough and removing congestion from the chest. Drinking chamomile tea will also help people who suffer from cold and cold especially in the winter season.
Rose Tea
Beautiful to see but packed with several properties like anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial properties making it very effective in all kinds of cough. It has Vitamin C more than citrus fruits and it helps in building your immunity stronger. It is very useful in soothing all kinds of respiratory-related problems making it useful in cold and sore throat.
Tulsi Tea
Also known as holy basil found in every Indian home which is very effective in respiratory tract infection as it contains anti-microbial properties. It also has anti-allergic properties making it useful in cold or cough caused by an allergic reaction. It is also very effective in chronic rhinitis and chronic sinusitis.
Licorice Tea
It is also known as Mulethi in Hindi which has several medicinal properties making it useful in infection, cough, and also digestive problems. It is very useful in removing a bacterial or viral infection from the respiratory tract. This should be avoided by women who are pregnant.
Honey Tea
It can be made by adding one spoon of honey into one cup of hot water. You can also eat it raw and it helps in removing foreign material from the throat causing irritation. Honey is one best remedies to get rid of dryness in the throat.
Peppermint Tea
It belongs to the mint family and very effective in common cold and cough. It is rich in antioxidants and anti-microbial properties and also helps in getting rid of pain from the throat. It is very useful in opening the clogged sinus and making it easy to breathe properly.
Other Preventive Tips
- Try to drink warm fluids like soups or broths.
- Take shower in hot water or use a humidifier which will help in loosening the mucus from the chest.
- Gargle with saltwater which will help in reducing the irritation from the throat.
- Chew hard candy as it will give instant relief from dry cough.
- Try drinking green tea every day which will also be very beneficial.
- Cover your nose and mouth before getting out of
- Keep yourself warm and wear warm clothes.
- Try including Vitamin C every day in your diet.
Conclusion
It is concluded that winter is the season of joy but some are sensitive to cold weather. Some people catch a cold and cough very easily and it’s important to build your strong immunity to keep yourself free from respiratory problems. Hence, the above mentioned are a few drinks which will help you get rid of cold and cough.
Author’s Bio
Dr.Vikram Chauhan (MD-Ayurveda) is an expert Ayurvedic Doctor based in Chandigarh, India, and doing his practice in Mohali, India. He is spreading the knowledge of Ayurveda – Ancient healing treatment, not only in India but also abroad. He is the CEO and Founder of Planet Ayurveda Products, Planet Ayurveda Clinic, and Krishna Herbal Company. For more info visit our website: www.planetayurveda.com
