A cough is a repetitive and sudden action that comes out to remove the environmental substances that block the air passages. When the cells in the passage of air gets irritated then cough occurs.
The possible cause of cough is common cold, sinus infection, acute or chronic bronchitis or asthma. The cough can be treated with so many medicines and expectorants available in the market but the herbal remedies is the best option to take as it will not give any side effect and you will be free soon from the problem of cough. The following are the herbal remedies for the cough:
15 Herbal Remedies For Cough
Angelica
Angelica root is a very good expectorant for the treatment of cold and cough. The roots of angelica should be boiled in water and then water should be strained.
Add honey to the residue to make consistent syrup. This is one of oldest cough herbal remedy used to clear the congestion of lungs.
Fennel And Anise
Fennel helps to lose the secretions of the bronchitis and all the blockage of the lungs and the problem of cough goes away. Fennel contain alpha pine and cresol which reduces the bouts of cough.
Fennel also gives a calming effect on the lungs and one feels comfort after taking fennel seeds. They can be crushed in a glass of water and milk and taken. Fennel tea can also be taken.
Some readymade syrups of fennel seeds are also available in the market. The discovery of this herb was made in meditarreon regions but now it is grown in all countries. It is known as Star anise in California.
Horehound And Wild Cherry
The syrup of these herbs can be made at home or can be bought through pharmacists. It is a mild expectorant and has anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties.
It can be taken in the form of candy which can be sucked. You can also use this herb after drying it and making its infusions or tincture. The dried form can be taken in the form of pill.
The quantity should be one to two mg only. This herb is not advised for pregnant women. Horehound can be combined with wild cherry or lobelia to change its taste.
Black Cohosh
Black cohosh is a very good for the treatment of whooping cough. It contains isoflavone.It acts as nourishment for the respiratory system. This herb give relax to the tubes of bronchial, soothe throat infections, and quells the need of coughing.
You can take black cohosh by making tea of this herb or use the syrup or tincture. The syrup can be made easily at home by boiling this herb in water.
This herb is more famous for the use by woman so better known as women herb. The black cohosh tea should be taken before sleeping as it will give relief from the night problem of cough that will distract your sleep.
Valerian
Valerian has very good spasmodic properties and it is safe for children as well. Valerian can be used as a tincture or my making syrup by boiling it in water and making the syrup with the residue.
Chokecherry and lobelia can be combined with valerian to get relief from irritating coughs. It also acts as a stimulant for the respiratory system. The muscle tension also gets relief with the use of valerian tincture.
Theobromine
Theobromine is a bitter alkaloid of the cocoa plant. It has got very good medicinal properties. The Dark contains theobromine which is very good for the cough problems.
It is also known by the name xantheose. Some of the cola beverages,akai berries also contains some amount of theobromine.This is the most lovable remedy for kids and chocolate lovers.
Thyme
The herb thyme contains thyme that helps to kill the bacteria and fungi that is causing coughs. The thyme is an important ingredient in many medicines available at pharmacist, cough drops and vaporous.
Mullein
The mullein herb cleans the mucus of the lungs. It is a very good expectorant that is good for the treatment of all lung problems, cough, cold; bronchitis etc.
The mullein tea can be made and should be taken twice to get relief from cough.
Lobelia
Lobelia is popularly known as Indian tobacco. It is a respiratory stimulant and got antispasmodic properties. It relaxes the muscles of the bronchial tubes and opens all the passages of the air in the respiration process.
It is antiasthmatic.Lobelia juice can be made by adding sugar to the extract of lobelia. Lobelia seeds can be tinctures with vinegar to make a medicine for the treatment of cough.
Licorice
It is a medicinal herb that is anti-inflammatory and acts as a suppressant for cough and a very good expectorant. The dried roots of licorice are used for the cure of cough and sore throat.
Peppermint
Peppermint is easily available herb that helps to relax the respiratory system. The peppermint leaves can be chewed in raw form.
The candies of peppermint can be made or bought from market. It contains menthol which helps in the thinning of the mucus.
Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus herb is used in many cough syrups, vapor rubs, lozenges and topical applications. You can use it in any form your like. This is very effective for the cure of cough.
Basil leaves
Basil leaves is a easily available herb in all the houses. The basil leaves can be kept in the mouth or it can be taken with honey or tea of it can also be made.
Turmeric
The turmeric powder is a very good antiseptic. You can boil one cup of water and add turmeric powder and carom seeds into it.
Boil till it remain half .Filter it and mix it with honey to make syrup. Take this syrup twice a day to get relief from cough.
Betel Leaf
Betel leaf is also known as Pan. The betel leaf can be chewed in raw form. In case there is frequent bouts of cough then roast a piece of turmeric and keep it in your mouth with betel leaf to get rid of cough.
Caution: Please use Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.
