Beat Cold & Cough at Home: Ayurvedic Doctor Shares Effective Remedies

• Dr. Swati Ranjan, an Ayurvedic specialist in Begusarai, suggests home remedies for cold, cough, and flu during Bihar's peak winter.
• A mixture of one teaspoon honey and half a teaspoon ginger juice on an empty stomach is recommended for quick relief from sore throat and cough.
• For children and the elderly, Sij or Sehur leaf juice with salt can alleviate cold and cough symptoms.
• Massaging children's chest and back with camphor mixed in old ghee or mustard oil helps relieve cold and breathing difficulties.
• While home remedies are effective, consult a doctor if symptoms persist, fever is high, or breathing becomes difficult; also, drink warm water and avoid cold foods.

Why It Matters: Effective home remedies can provide significant relief from cold and cough, reducing the immediate need for doctors.