CHANDIGARH, 07.09.22-"A cold is caused by a virus that causes inflammation of the membranes that line the nose and throat. The common cold is very easily spread to others. It's often spread through airborne droplets that are coughed or sneezed into the air by the sick person. The droplets are then inhaled by another person. More than 200 different viruses can cause colds. There's no cure for a common cold, but it typically runs its course in a week to 10 days. Some Natural Home Remedies for Common Cold" recommended by Dt. Depinder Kaur

  • Stay warm, rested & Gargle with Luke warm water (min. 4 times daily)
  • Drink hot liquids like Tulsi drops dissolved in water, it will relieve nasal congestion, prevent dehydration and soothe the uncomfortably inflamed membranes that line your nose and throat.
  • Apply hot or cold packs around your congestion sinuses.
  • Eat infection-fighting foods like, Bell Peppers, Blueberries (natural aspirin), Carrots, Cranberries, Black / Green Tea.
  • Take detox water made from little bit of Ginger + a pinch of Turmeric + a pinch of Saunf + 3-4 Tulsi Leaves + 3-4 grains of Black Cardamom.

Boil above ingredients in a glass of water till it reduced to half, sieve it, take it twice or thrice in a day.

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Dt. Depinder Kaur DIET UNIVERSITY (+91 95019 03032)

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Dietitian Deep's My Diet My Way Clinic.