Who doesn’t like sipping a hot cup of tea on a rainy afternoon? Maybe someone who prefers coffee! Also, someone who prefers Kadha because rains never come alone. It brings cold and flu along with it and the symptoms of cold can ruin your whole vibe. If you hate catching cold like me then this Ayurvedic remedy for cold is going to come in handy! You’ll be surprised at how effective these simple remedies are because these are backed by Ayurveda.
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Symptoms of Cold
- Runny nose
- Sneezing
- Muscle ache
- Fatigue
- Congestion or blocked nose
- Cough
- Headache
- Loss of appetite
- Mild fever
What causes Cold?
- Seasonal changes
- Viral Infection
- Weak immune system
- Stress
- Lack of sleep
- Poor nutrition
Ayurvedic Remedy for Cold
Kadha: Indian home remedy for cold
You can make a kadha by adding Tulsi leaves to boiling water and adding one tablespoon or small piece of grated ginger along with 5-6 peppercorns. Once the mixture is reduced by half, add a pinch of black salt and squeeze half lemon into it. Let the mixture stand for a minute then strain it using a tea strainer. Drink this kadha once every day for faster results.
Tulsi (Basil) leaves for cold
You can simply chew 4-5 Tulsi leaves on empty stomach when you wake up in the morning or make Tulsi tea by adding these fresh leaves to hot water. Let it simmer for few minutes and strain the mixture. You can add honey or lemon to it for better taste and drink it once or twice a day. Tulsi is cherished in Ayurveda for its ability to produce antibodies and fight against cold.
Pippali Churna
As per Ayurveda, Pippali is very effective if you have cold since it has expectorant properties that loosens the mucus and allows you to breathe freely. It also relieves any headache and congestion related to cold. Simply take a pinch of Pippali Churna and mix it with 1 teaspoon of honey. Take this mixture once or twice a day and you’ll see noticeable results within a few days.
Turmeric Milk: Traditional way of treating cold
Turmeric Milk is also known as ‘Golden Milk’ in Ayurveda because of its exceptional anti-bacterial and antiviral properties. It helps fight any infections and gets rid of phlegm from your body. Add one teaspoon of Turmeric powder in warm milk and drink it once a day. You can also add a pinch of black pepper powder to enhance its qualities. If you need a sweetener, you can use palm sugar as it also helps relieve sore throat.
Herbal teas for cold
Ginger or Cinnamon tea helps alleviate the symptoms of cold. Simply add grated ginger or cinnamon to boiling water and let it simmer for few minutes until the mixture is reduced by half. Strain the mixture and consume it hot. You can also add a tablespoon of honey to it for enhanced flavour.
Carrom Seeds
Take 2 teaspoon of carom seeds and boil it in water along with ¼ cup of jaggery. Let it simmer on low flame for few minutes and sip hot. This will cleanse the mucus present in your body and provide relief from Cold. This is also beneficial for bronchitis and asthma.
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Ayurvedic remedy for cold in infants
Golden Milk for Boosting Immunity
Boil a glass of milk with one glass of until it is reduced by half. Then add half teaspoon turmeric powder, 2 grams ginger powder and a pinch of cinnamon & black pepper powder. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes and give it to your infants once a day. This will alleviate the symptoms of cold while boosting their immunity.
Steam Inhalation
You’ll notice significant relief in infants having cold once you give them steam twice a day. Add these herbs (Pinch of Turmeric, Basil or eucalyptus leaves, a teaspoon of Himalayan Salt, and a handful of mint leaves) to boiling water to enhance its effectiveness. This will open up any blocked nostrils and alleviate chest congestion.
Cold and Ayurveda
It’s easy to catch cold especially if you have a weak immune system. Cold usually leaves you in a frustrating situation like stuffy nose or sneezing every minute. This is where Ayurveda comes into picture. Why pop pills when you can treat it with simple home remedies? These remedies are effective solutions to your cold related problems and hardly takes a few minutes out of your day. You’ll see your symptoms go away within a few days of using these remedies along with proper diet.
Quick tips to keep Cold away
- Wash your hands properly with soap and water whenever you enter your home.
- Practice yoga and exercises on a daily basis.
- Keep a distance from people already suffering from cold.
- Wear a mask whenever there is a seasonal change or you’re around someone having cold.
- Take steam once or twice a day to get relief from stuffy nose. You can also add one or two drops of eucalyptus oil to it.
- Take a balanced, nutritious diet that is rich in Vitamin C.
- Get proper sleep and rest for a few days.
