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Natural remedies for coughs
Cough is one of the most annoying seasonal ailments to bear. Knowing how to recognize the symptoms allows you to treat it first and effectively, especially thanks to natural and homeopathic remedies.
Types of cough, how to recognize them to cure them better
Cough is a problem that affects the throat and respiratory tract and can cause discomfort and irritation. When there is phlegm in the airways, a reflex mechanism is triggered which prevents the secretions from entering the trachea. Cough can also be caused by inhaling foreign substances and smoke. Depending on the stimuli that the cough reactors cause, there will be different types of problems. The cough can be sporadic and chronic, in the first case it is a reflex reaction to some external esteem such as a sudden change in temperature or chemical allergens, in the second case it may be the first symptom of a general malaise, it may be caused by allergies , infections and stress. Depending on the presence or absence of phlegm, the cough is divided into fat and dry. Being able to recognize the typology will allow to find also a more valid and effective cure. For dry cough there is a need for soothing remedies to help reduce throat inflammation, remedies that have sedative and calming properties. With oily cough there is a need for products that promote the expulsion of mucus, because respiratory infections may also be present. Among the natural remedies will be those plants that have emollient and soothing active ingredients against dry cough and expectorant and fluidifying against the fat cough.
Help from nature
There are many natural remedies that can help alleviate cough discomfort by bringing real benefits to the body. Many plants have beneficial and calming properties for coughs, such as linden and mallow. The emollient action of the medicinal plants acts on the inflamed mucous membranes, reducing inflammation and the sensation of irritation that causes dry coughing whenever coughing. Just buy the dried parts of the plants and prepare herbal teas and decoctions. Taking the active ingredients in liquid form is very useful especially against dry coughs that also cause irritation and redness in the throat.
Homeopathic remedies are a real cure against seasonal ailments, just recognize the symptoms and use the most effective active ingredients for that particular problem. The homeopathic herbs, in fact, act on the immune system, strengthening the body's defenses, also performing a stimulating and beneficial action. The linden has a very strong soothing action because the active ingredients it contains protect and strengthen the surface of the mucous membranes of the throat. Plants with highly used emollients are: mallow, altea, lichen, and coltsfoot. Their softening and fluidifying action helps to combat dry cough and improve throat health. As for the remedies against fat cough there is need for plants that have expectorant properties, favoring the expulsion of the phlegm. Some particularly effective types of plants are: hyssop, primula and saponaria. In addition to warm decoctions, with officinal plants, fumigations can also be prepared to further facilitate the release of the respiratory tract. Particularly suitable for their decongestant properties are mint, sage and eucalyptus. Finally, we must not forget to improve the quality of the air we breathe at home, better to use room humidifiers.
Natural remedies for cough: Foods that can help
Among the foods the most used is honey, which besides being an excellent totally natural sweetener has multiple properties including the soothing and soothing power against reddened areas. A spoonful of honey in the evening before bed, helps to counteract inflammation of the throat and also reconciles sleep. Hot milk is also an excellent ally for a good rest in case of discomfort. A teaspoon of honey dissolved in hot milk is perhaps one of the best known and used grandmother's remedies, and it is no coincidence that honey has always been used to treat diseases and disorders of the respiratory tract. The ancients considered it a true natural antibiotic.
With a decidedly less pleasant taste is garlic, whose curative properties are particularly indicated for combating dry cough and sore throat. Grape is also very effective for oily cough, because it helps clear the respiratory tract from mucus, carrying out an important mucolytic action. The cloves, cinnamon and oregano are also widely used in the kitchen, but little known as a remedy for coughing. Cloves left in infusion in hot water release precious substances such as polyphenols, very suitable for coughs, colds and slight neuralgia, while cinnamon, rich in essential oils, has antiseptic and purifying properties. The decoction of oregano, instead, helps to refresh and in addition to relieving the discomfort of fat cough also prevents fever and cold. Beetroot is little used against cough, from which a precious syrup rich in vitamins and mineral salts is extracted. If you are away from home, aromatic honey candies are useful.
