Cold and cough will be cured without taking even a single pill, just know these secrets hidden in the kitchen:

News India Live, Digital Desk: Cold Remedy: As soon as winter arrives, the weather becomes pleasant, but it also brings with it an uninvited guest – the ‘trio’ of cold, cough and cold. You will always find someone sneezing or coughing in the house. Cold winds, weak immunity and increased risk of infection… whatever the reason, no one likes falling ill again and again.

Most people immediately run towards medicines as soon as they sneeze. But do you know that there are some miraculous things present in our kitchen itself, which can not only get rid of this problem, but can also save us from falling ill? Let us know some of the most effective and tried home remedies to keep cold and cough away without medicine.

Prevention is better than cure: Be careful before falling ill

If you want that you do not have to visit the doctor this winter, then just make these small things your habit:

1. Keep the body warm: This is the first and most important rule. Always wear warm clothes, especially to protect your ears, throat and chest from cold air. Wear a cap and muffler while going out in the morning and evening.
2. Pay special attention to food and drink: In winter, our immunity i.e. the power to fight diseases becomes a little weak. To strengthen it, include things rich in Vitamin C like orange, amla, lemon in your diet. Apart from this, also increase the intake of soup, ginger, garlic and turmeric.
3. Drink plenty of water: Thirst is less in winter, but it is very important to keep the body hydrated. Drinking lukewarm water keeps the throat moist and reduces the risk of infection.
4. Take care of cleanliness: Small habits like washing hands after coming from outside, being careful in crowded places can protect you from major infections.

If you still get cold, these home remedies are a panacea.

Even after taking precautions, if you still come under the grip of cold and cough, do not panic. The cure is available in your kitchen itself:

• Turmeric Milk (Golden Milk): This is an age old recipe. Turmeric has natural antibiotic and anti-inflammatory properties. Before sleeping at night, drink a glass of warm milk mixed with half a teaspoon of turmeric. It provides instant relief from sore throat and body pain.
• Magic of Ginger and Honey: Ginger provides warmth to the body and helps in expelling phlegm. Mix one spoon honey in one spoon ginger juice and consume it two to three times a day. This is the perfect medicine for cough.
• Taking Steam (Steam Therapy): Steam inhalation is the most effective way to relieve blocked nose and chest congestion. Take hot water in a vessel, cover your head with a towel and take steam for 5-10 minutes. You can also add mint leaves or celery in water.
• Basil decoction: Tulsi is no less than a boon. Boil 4-5 basil leaves, a little ginger, 2-3 black peppers and a clove in a glass of water until it reduces to half. Filter it and drink it hot. This decoction helps in increasing immunity and fighting infections.
• Gargle with salt water: In case of sore throat or pain, gargle with salt in lukewarm water two to three times a day. It reduces inflammation of the throat and helps eliminate bacteria.

This winter, try these natural and home remedies instead of chemical medicines. These will not only heal you quickly, but will also make your body strong from inside. Yes, if the pain is severe or you do not get relief in two-three days, then do not delay at all in consulting a doctor.