As soon as the winter season comes, cold winds and falling temperature can affect our body. At this time, problems like viral fever, cough, cold and fatigue become common. With the change in weather, the body takes time to adapt to the new temperature, and during this time bacteria and viruses become active rapidly.
Especially children and elders may fall ill quickly in this season, as their immunity is weak. But there is no need to worry! Through some simple home remedies you can avoid these winter diseases and stay healthy. Let’s know some effective remedies.
The problem of sore throat and mucus is common when cold. In this situation a mixture of ginger and honey can be very beneficial. Ginger keeps the body warm, while honey reduces throat irritation.
Mixing one teaspoon of ginger juice and honey in the morning and evening provides relief in cough and cold.
Drinking turmeric milk in winter is a great way to increase immunity. Turmeric has anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties, which protect against viral fever and infection. Drinking a pinch of turmeric in a glass of warm milk before going to bed at night makes it better to sleep and keeps away from diseases.
Nose closure, sore throat and headache are common problems in winter. To get relief from them, taking steam is very beneficial. Take hot water in a vessel, add a few drops of celery or mint in it and cover the head with towels and steam for 5-10 minutes. This will open the tightness of the nose and throat.
Drinking warm herbal tea in winter not only gives relief, but also prevents viral fever and coughs and colds. Herbal tea made of basil, ginger and cinnamon strengthens immunity. Eat this tea twice a day.
Cold water in winter can damage the throat, so always drink lukewarm water. In addition, hot soup made of tomatoes, carrots and garlic keeps the body warm and provides nutrition.
To strengthen immunity in winter, consume vitamin-C rich things like orange, amla and lemon. They protect the body from infection. Adequate sleep and cold prevention is also necessary.
The home remedies given here are for general information and should not be taken as medical advice. Be sure to consult your doctor before adopting any new remedy or changing the diet.
