00:00If you are tired of a persistent cough that doesn't go away, then you are in the right
00:04place.
00:05Today we will share the top 6 home remedies to cure chronic coughs and provide instant
00:09relief.
00:10So let's get started.
00:13In the sixth position of our list is stay hydrated with warm soups.
00:17Warm fluids like soups and broths are not just comforting, they are incredibly effective
00:22in soothing a sore throat and reducing cough.
00:25They help keep you hydrated, loose in mucus and provide essential nutrients to boost
00:30your immune system.
00:33Chicken soup isn't just an old wise tale, it's scientifically proven to help reduce symptoms
00:38of upper respiratory tract infections.
00:41The amino acids released from chicken during cooking can thin mucus in the lungs, helping
00:46you breathe easier, plus the warm steam from the soup aids in nasal decongestion.
00:52But if you are a vegetarian, don't worry, you have plenty of delicious and effective
00:57options.
00:58A warm vegetable broth made from onions, garlic, carrots, celery and herbs can be incredibly
01:03soothing.
01:04Garlics and onions have natural antimicrobial properties that help fight infections.
01:11You can also try lentil or bean soup, miso soup and herbal soups made with ingredients like
01:16shiitake, seaweed and root vegetables which can strengthen your body's defences against illness.
01:24Next in our list is salt water gargle.
01:26A simple salt water gargle can work wonders.
01:30Mix half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water.
01:33Gargle for 30 seconds then spit it out.
01:36This helps reduce throat irritation and losing mucus.
01:40Now repeat this process 3 times a day.
01:44Next you can try turmeric milk.
01:47Turmeric is a natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory agent.
01:51Mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder and a pinch of black pepper into warm glass of milk.
01:56Drink this golden milk before bedtime to reduce cough and promote better sleep.
02:02Steam inhalation with eucalyptus oil is a great choice to reduce the chronic cough.
02:07Steam inhalation helps losing mucus and relieves congestion.
02:11Add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to hot water.
02:14Inhale the steam for 5-10 minutes.
02:18This not only reduces coughing but also helps you breathe easier.
02:22You can repeat this process 2-3 times daily.
02:26Next in our list is ginger tea.
02:29Ginger has powerful anti-inflammatory properties.
02:32It can relax the airway membranes reducing coughing.
02:36Place fresh ginger and boil it in water for 10 minutes.
02:40Strain, add a bit of honey and enjoy your ginger tea up to 3 times a day.
02:45Now before going to our top recommendation, let's see what other measures you can take to
02:49reduce the cough and get relief.
02:53Try to reduce exposure to anything that triggers your cough such as tobacco smoke, dust or other
02:58pollutants.
02:59Dry air can irritate your throat and respiratory tract leading to increased coughing.
03:05You can use a cool mist humidifier to reduce the irritation.
03:08Use extra pillows at night to raise your head and upper body.
03:12When you lie flat, the mucus from your nose can pull and irritate your throat.
03:17By raising your head and upper body, gravity helps prevent mucus from pulling in the back
03:22of the throat.
03:23Practice breathing exercises.
03:25It can help manage coughing by improving lung function and reducing irritation.
03:30Avoid cold foods and drinks.
03:33Cold substances can trigger coughing.
03:35Now, according to most health sources, one of the best home remedies for chronic cough
03:44is honey and warm water.
03:45Honey isn't just delicious, it's natural cough suppressant.
03:50Mix 2 tsp of raw honey into warm glass of water or herbal tea.
03:54Add a squeeze of lemon for extra vitamin C.
03:58Sip this soothing drink twice a day to ease your cough and soothe your throat.
04:02But here you should remember one thing.
04:05Never give honey to a child under 1 year old.
04:08It can cause a rare complication called infant botulism or floppy baby syndrome.
04:13It is due to ingestion of a bacterial toxin which can be present in honey.
04:18It is harmless to the older kids and adults.
04:22So here are the 6 simple and effective home remedies for a sore throat.
04:26Give them a try and let me know how it goes in the comments below.
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04:35Until next time, stay healthy and take care.
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