Ayurvedic Treatment For Cough

According to ayurveda, the causes for cough and cold include irritation of the kapha by consuming cold or fried items. Kapha is one of the three humors of the body in ayurveda and is similar to the concept of phlegm in Western thought on the humors. The other two humors in ayurvedic medicine are called vata and pitta. It is when there is an imbalance in these humors that various diseases and conditions develop. It is also possible for cough and cold to be the result of the changing seasons.

 Ayurvedic treatment for cough can be bifurcated into two parts, the usage of herbs and abiding by dietary restrictions.

Home Remedies

If its whooping cough, garlic is one of the best remedies. Syrup made from 2 to 3 garlic cloves should be consumed twice or thrice a day.

If there is congestion in the throat along with cough, Bay Berry should be considered as an effective option of ayurvedic treatment for cough. The bark of the Bay Berry tree should be consumed in powdered form. It is known as an effective remedy for chronic bronchial infections as well.

Apply a paste of crushed leaves of Betel and water on the chest of the patient for effective relief from cough.

Hot milk without fat can be taken if boiled with a pice of crushed ginger.   

Half a teaspoon of turmeric powder mixed with the milk is effective.

Diet

• Warm up the water before drinking as this would soothe the throat.
• Avoid consuming anything cold directly from the fridge.
• Do not consume veggies and fruits which have a cooling impact on the body. These would include papayas, oranges, watermelons, green bananas and cucumbers.
• Consume fennel seeds on a regular basis along with some figs for excellent results.

Do Yoga, especially pranayama (breathing exercise) gives very good result.