Home remedies For Cough and Cold

Hi Peeps,

Hope you are doing well as you all  know we are almost middle of the winter session.Winter calls many diseases viral infections,flu, Cough and cold etc. Today my topic is on Cough and cold. This is very common in winters and its also spread ones to another its not that '' DISEASE ''. But its becomes very irritable and not intolerable when its comes to babies and Children.As their Immune system is not that much strong as Ours.We need to take extra precautions for them.Here am sharing how we can prevent them from common Cough and Cold. And some home remedies as well.

Here are some anti cold strategies:

a)Wash your hands- The easiest way to catch a cold is by getting the virus on your hands and then touching your nose or eyes.But your wash your hands with soap and water for at least 30 seconds.To prevent Cold.

b)Covering Your Mouth When You Sneeze- Millions of cold germs are expelled into the air with every sneeze.cold viruses don't spread easily through the air--unless someone sneezes right into your face

c)Watch what you wear in winters- It makes sense to dress your child warmly when the temperature is low, but a jacket won't keep him from getting sick.

Home Remedies For Cough:

Push Liquids: Warm liquids make excellent cough remedies for kids because they thin out mucus, making it easier to cough up. Plus, liquids soothe a raw throat and keep your little one hydrated. Have your child drink ice water, cold or warm juice, or decaffeinated tea mixed with honey.Honey is  antioxidants. Children ages 1 to 5 years may have half a teaspoon and kids ages 6 to 11 can take one teaspoon.

Ajwain Potli and Garlic:

Carom seeds (Ajwain), as well as garlic, are historically known for having strong anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties. When combined together, they can be very powerful and help relieve cold and congestion in your little one. They are very simple to mix together and when administered to a coughing child, will work effectively. To make the potli (pouch), you will need some carom seeds, some garlic and a muslin cloth.

Lemon Juice Mixed with Honey:

While kids generally do not like medicinal drinks, there’s no way they’ll reject a tasty concoction containing honey. In a cup, you can mix a little lemon juice along with honey. Then, add warm water to the same and give it to your baby so that they have a tasty remedy.

Ginger: Ginger is often used to soothe sore throats and reduce coughing, especially those caused by the common cold. It is also known.for  Antitussive abilities, meaning that it can relieve and suppress coughing.

Basil leaves: Considered as a sacred plant in Hindu belief, tulsi leaves can fight off a range of infections, including colds and cough.To get rid of cough and cold, take one cup of water and add tulsi leaves and a small piece of ginger. Boil this mixture over slow heat till the quantity comes down to half. Drink this at least twice a day. This can be given to kids too.

Turmeric : Due to its antiseptic properties. Due to its antiseptic properties, turmeric is known to treat viral infections such as cough and cold. Add turmeric powder to a glass of warm milk and make your kid have it every night. It provides instant relief for an aching throat.

Garlic: Packed with antioxidants, garlic can protect you against a cough and cold. Garlic contains a compound called allicin, which is known to have great anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal properties. Take 4-5 cloves of garlic and saute it in ghee. Eat this when still warm

When To Consult a Pediatrician ?

An Ear Ache

Your child says his ear hurts (or is pulling his ear), is very fussy, or has a fever for 4 or more days.

he may have an infection that will respond to antibiotics. Since most ear infections go away on their own, your doctor may wait a few days to see if your child gets better.

Wheezing

Look out for wheezing aka a raspy sound when your child breathes, or a dry cough that gets worse with exertion.Consult  Your Doctor. Doctor can tell the difference between regular congestion and wheezing by listening to the lungs with a stethoscope.Will prescribe relevant medicine

Painful blisters on the mouth
Cold sores, which typically last 7 days. Because of that a child is not able to eat anything comfortably 

These are some precautions and remedies for our babies and toddlers. If you have some better suggestion please fell free to share and Please have a look on my second post also as am not able to share that article some ridiculous reasons.



Yours Nikki