May 5, 2021

Home remedies to treat dry cough

Pratishtha Tiwari

​Coronavirus second wave

The country has been badly hit by the second wave of the novel coronavirus.

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Cases in India

As per recent research by Business Standard, 1 in every 4 person tested in India is COVID positive.

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​Symptoms

One early symptom of COVID-19 includes dry cough along with fever, dry cough and fatigue.

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​Seasonal flu

Though people can have a dry cough due to change in the weather. Here are some home remedies to treat dry cough.

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​Honey

Honey has antioxidants, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Add one tablespoon of honey with warm water and have it warm.

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​Ginger

Ginger has medicinal properties and can soothe irritation caused by mucus in the throat.

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​Mulethi

Mulethi has high-quality properties. Boil mulethi in water, add honey, lemon and stir it well.

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​Tulsi

Tulsi is an immunity booster. It has vitamin C and zinc, which can help treat influenza and dry cough.

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​Gargle with saltwater

Boil water and add salt to it. Gargle with lukewarm water for 30 seconds.

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