Here are 8 home remedies to do at home to cure a common cold and cough.

1.Honey

Honey has the goodness of antibacterial and antimicrobial properties and is an effective cough remedy. Make a tea by mixing honey in warm water or make a mixture of honey, lemon, and cinnamon and take this 2-3 times a day. It is always better to take honey before sleeping as it helps in reducing night coughs. Do not give honey to children below 1 year of age.

2. Gargle with saltwater

Gargling with salt water is an old-school remedy that helps in preventing respiratory infections. Gargling with salt water also reduces sore throat pain and nasal congestion. Add 1 tablespoon salt in hot water and gargle with it. Do this remedy 3 times a day.

3. Turmeric milk

Turmeric is an essential ingredient found in almost every kitchen. Turmeric is rich in antioxidants and has antiseptic properties and helps in treating cough and cold. Add turmeric powder to a glass of warm milk and have it every night before bedtime. It provides instant relief from a sore throat and runny nose.

4. Steam

Steam decreases nasal congestion and sinus pressure and makes inhalation easy. To do this, fill a large bowl with hot water, lean over the bowl and place a towel over the head. Breathe in the vapors for 5 minutes. Add a few drops of eucalyptus oil and rosemary oil to make steam inhalation more effective.

5. Lukewarm water

To fight against sore throat, common cold and cough drink warm water frequently. Warm water helps in removing inflammation in the throat and removes the unwanted fluids and infection out of the body.

6. Ginger

Ginger has an anti-inflammatory property that relieves from cough and sore throat. Add some ginger slices in the water and boil it to make a soothing ginger tea.

7. Herbal tea

Add tulsi, black pepper, honey and ginger in water, and boil. These ingredients play an important role in fighting cough and the common cold. This herbal tea is good for your health.

8. Carom seeds

Carom seeds help in soothing chest congestion. Boil water along with carom seeds (ajwain) and tulsi leaves and drink it. This will give you relief in cough.

These are few home remedies by which you can treat your common cough and cold. If you still not feel better then visit a doctor.

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