Due to cold, cough, viral fever, or cold, the problem of accumulation of phlegm in the throat and chest becomes common. Symptoms like persistent runny nose, sore throat, heaviness in the chest, shortness of breath, and cough point towards phlegm. The best solution is to expel phlegm from the body as swallowing or retaining it can worsen the problem. Although medicines and syrups are resorted to, it can be easily cured with home-made and Ayurvedic remedies. Let us know easy and effective home remedies to remove phlegm.
Home remedies to remove phlegm
1. Mixture of black pepper and honey
Use of black pepper and honey is very beneficial to remove phlegm.
- How to use:
- Grind 30 black peppers and add them to 2 cups of water.
- Boil it until one-fourth of the water remains.
- Filter this water and add 1 teaspoon honey in it.
- Consume it in the morning and evening.
Result:
With this remedy, cough with mucus and phlegm accumulated in the throat goes away.
2. Use of garlic
Garlic is rich in anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties, which helps in expelling phlegm.
- How to use:
- Chew a few cloves of raw garlic daily.
- Include it in food.
Result:
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3. Ginger Miracle
Ginger has anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties.
- How to use:
- Peel the ginger, place a small piece in your mouth and suck it slowly.
- Make ginger tea and drink it by adding honey to it.
Result:
With this remedy the throat gets cleared and the phlegm comes out easily.
4. Cow Ghee for Children
Cow’s ghee is very useful in removing the phlegm accumulated in the chest of small children.
- How to use:
- Massage lukewarm cow ghee on the baby’s chest.
- After massage, make the child lie down comfortably.
Result:
This remedy helps in expelling the accumulated mucus.
5. Lemon and honey remedy
Lemon works to cut mucus, while honey soothes the throat.
- How to use:
- Mix 1 teaspoon honey and 2 teaspoons lemon juice in a glass of warm water.
- Drink it slowly.
Result:
This reduces sore throat and expels phlegm.
6. Turmeric Juice: Ayurvedic Remedy
Raw turmeric juice is a panacea for cough and other throat problems.
- How to use:
- Extract the juice of raw turmeric.
- Open your mouth and pour it directly into your throat and sit quietly for some time.
Result:
This remedy provides relief from throat irritation, pain, tonsils and mucus problems.
Additional tips to prevent cough
- Maintain Hydration:
- Drink enough water, so that the mucus becomes thin and comes out easily.
- Steaming:
- Add eucalyptus oil to hot water and take steam.
- This brings out the phlegm accumulated in the blocked nose and chest.
- Drink hot drinks:
- Hot soup, herbal tea, and turmeric milk are helpful in removing phlegm.
- Avoid cold things:
- Stay away from cold beverages and ice cream.
Precautions: When to contact a doctor?
- If phlegm persists for a long time.
- Traces of blood visible in sputum.
- Have serious difficulty in breathing.
In these situations, consult a doctor immediately, so that any serious problem can be avoided.
