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There can be multiple reasons behind dry cough. A dry cough may be caused by the flu, common cold, asthma, exposure to cigarette smoke, and more. In addition to medicines and cough syrups, you can use some simple home remedies for cough and cold to help you feel better. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Turmeric<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In Ayurvedic medicine, turmeric has been used for generations to treat bronchitis, asthma, and upper respiratory illnesses. Modern Science has acknowledged that Turmeric contains curcumin, a compound which may have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antibacterial properties. It may also be beneficial for several conditions, including a dry cough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to take:<\/span> Curcumin is best absorbed into the blood stream when taken with black pepper. You can add 1 teaspoon of turmeric and 1\/8 teaspoon of black pepper into a warm milk at night<\/span>. This can help to control mucus production, soothe the sore throat, and control cough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Ginger & Honey<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ginger has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. Moreover, it has been demonstrated to strengthen the immune system and lessen pain and discomfort. It might be even more effective for dry cough if you add honey to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to take: <\/span>Add some grated ginger to a pot of boiling water. Once it boils, add the honey into it and squeeze half a lemon<\/strong> and you can consume the paste. Both sore throats and coughs will improve after doing this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Peppermint<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Menthol, which is present in peppermint, helps to numb throat nerve endings that become irritated by coughing. This might ease the pain and lessen the urge to cough. Moreover, peppermint has been proven to have antibacterial and antiviral properties, which assist to treat congestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to take:<\/span> Before going to bed, try sipping peppermint tea<\/a> to help with nighttime coughing.
You can also use peppermint essential oil<\/a> as an aromatherapy treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Tulsi<\/strong> Leaves<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Ayurveda, Tulsi is known as “Mother Medicine of Nature” and “The Queen of Herbs”. Tulsi leaves help improve the individual\u2019s ability to fight against common cold as well as cough. It helps soothe the airways by helping you cough out the sticky mucus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to take: Chew 4-5 tulsi leaves the first thing in the morning. Add few Tulsi leaves in your Tea or Add in Kadha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to make Tulsi Kadha: <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n