3 herbal teas that can fix coughing and running nose
ET Online |
1/4
Your Kitchen Medicine Cabinet
A stubborn cough or runny nose doesn't always need pills. Herbal teas harness plant compounds that calm inflammation, thin mucus, and fortify immunity. Steep, sip, and let these remedies do their work steadily over days. These won't cure overnight, but they're comforting and genuinely helpful.
2/4
Ginger Tea: The Anti-Inflammatory Workhorse
Slice fresh ginger root, boil it for ten minutes, strain, then add honey and lemon. Ginger's bioactive compounds reduce throat swelling and open clogged nasal passages. Drink twice daily. It tastes peppery, warms you up, and genuinely eases that scratchy feeling that makes coughing worse.
3/4
Turmeric Milk: Golden Warmth for Throat Comfort
Heat milk (dairy or plant-based), stir in half a teaspoon turmeric powder, add honey after cooling slightly. Turmeric contains curcumin, a potent anti-inflammatory compound that soothes irritated respiratory passages. Drink before bed. The creamy base coats your throat and supports deeper healing during sleep cycles.
Amazon Top Deals
POWERED BY

Crompton Ozone 75 Litres Desert Air Cooler for home | Large & Easy Clean Ice Chamber | 4-Way Air Deflection | High Density Honeycomb Pads | Everlast Pump | Auto Fill| 3 Year Brand Warranty
₹9,798Buy Now43%
OFF

atomberg Studio Smart+ 1200mm BLDC Ceiling Fan with IoT & Remote | BEE 5 star Rated Energy Efficient Ceiling Fan | High Air Delivery with LED Indicators | 3 Year Warranty (Earth Brown)
₹5,903Buy Now36%
OFF

LG 32 L Convection Microwave Oven (MC3286BRUM, Black, 360° Motorised Rotisserie for Bar-be-queing, 301 Auto Cook Menu, Stainless steel cavity, Indian Cuisine, Tandoor Se, Steam Clean & Diet Fry)
₹19,340Buy Now19%
OFF
4/4
Tulsi Tea: The Ayurvedic Immune Ally
Steep eight to ten fresh holy basil leaves in hot water for five to seven minutes. Tulsi, revered in Ayurveda, acts as both antimicrobial and adaptogenic, meaning it steadies your body's stress response while fighting infection. It tastes slightly peppery and clears congestion remarkably well without tasting medicinal.
(Disclaimer: This story is strictly for educational purposes only and does not substitute any professional medical advice and should not be considered as professional medical advice.)
(Disclaimer: This story is strictly for educational purposes only and does not substitute any professional medical advice and should not be considered as professional medical advice.)