Ayurvedic Treatment and Remedies for Cough Ailments

By Sunil

Ayurveda believes that cough, like any other ailments, occur due to imbalances in the three Ayurvedic doshas. When there is a change in the balance on any of the three doshas, it can cause tiredness and health problems.

Based on this theory, Ayurvedic treatment for cough are provided along with a diet plan to be followed while undergoing treatment.

Ayurveda believes that the imbalance in the Vata dosha causes coughing and other respiratory problems. Cough is mostly caused due to the irritation in the throat. Some coughs disappear within a few days with proper care and medicines, while other coughs continue for several days that aggravates in the night.

There are natural Ayurvedic remedies to cure cough that is caused due to any Ayurvedic dosha.
 

Some Ingredients to Help your Cough

Bayberry: This herb is very effective in treating throat congestion.

Honey: Honey is one of the main ingredients used in herbal cough syrups. It helps in soothing the throat. Have one glass of warm water by adding a tablespoon of honey to cure whooping cough.

Licorice: This herb has anti-inflammatory properties. Its root is used in powder form to cure cough. Consume five grams of this powder along with honey to get relief from coughs. You can also prepare a decoction by adding half teaspoon of this powder to one cup of boiling water and drinking it. You can have up to three cups daily.

Alfalfa: This herb is very helpful in treating coughs very effectively. It helps in preventing whooping cough. It also soothes the throat.

Aloe Vera: The juice of Aloe Vera is very useful in treating coughs. You can also add honey to this juice that will help preventing whooping cough.

Ginger: Mix the juice of ginger and honey, and have one tablespoon twice daily to get relief from whooping cough.

Onion: If you don’t like ginger, you can use the juice of raw onion and honey and drink it one tablespoon daily to cure whooping cough.

Black pepper: Chewing two to three black pepper seeds helps in treating throat and chest congestion. This home remedy is very beneficial in treating cough.

Garlic: It is used as a good home remedy for curing whooping cough. You can prepare hot soup by using plenty of garlic and drink it warm to get relief from throat irritation and cough.
 

Ayurvedic Natural Remedies

Ayurvedic natural remediesare very effective in treating coughs without any side effects. However, you should not take any cold food or beverages during cough. You should also avoid spicy and oily food that can aggravate the cough.

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