Dry Cough: 6 Home Remedies that help

September 17, 2022December 23, 2022 | Srilekha

Does your kiddo cough for a really really long time? Persistent coughing can leave the throat dry and irritating. It also puts in lots of pressure upon their little chests while doing so. Cough always likes to mess up the nights and disturbs the restful sleep. They are responsible for giving more and more pain to the throat and the lungs! And thus are more maddening than the wet coughs. Can we do something really convenient to fix it? Let’s bid a bye to dry cough with these promising home remedies!

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Tips to reduce Dry cough at home:

Some of the useful dry cough home remedies that can be easily practised at home for kids include:

1. Hydration:

Water can help to flush out irritants that may be the initial source of the cough, which can help to reduce coughing. Drinking water can assist to flush out any irritants that are present because it passes over the throat region that may be inflamed. Other soothing fluids like tea, lemon with water, ginger and lemon tea, can also help to get rid of dry cough.

2. Steam Inhalation:

Inhaling steam could help you get rid of your dry cough. Warm steam can soothe throat discomfort, moisten dry, irritated nasal passages, and lessen the intensity of a cough brought on by a minor infection or allergy. Put a towel over your head to absorb additional moisture while you inhale the steam.

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3. Gargling:

Warm salt water gargles can help reduce the irritation and discomfort brought on by a dry cough. Some bacteria in the mouth and throat may be killed by salt water, but not all of them. Salt solutions, however, can assist in bringing germs to the gums, teeth, and throat’s surface. When someone spits out the salt water, part of the bacteria that was brought to the surface is washed away.

4. Restrict specific types of diet:

Food allergies can cause a dry cough in many. Avoid giving specific foods to the kids if you find that they can be a cause for cough. For eg: If a kid is prone to respiratory allergy symptoms, avoiding certain foods that are high in histamines can help relieve the symptoms, including cough. These foods include pickled foods, cheese, dry fruits, citrous fruits, etc. Secondly, chronic cough can also be aggravated due to acid reflux and hence avoid foods that are acidic, fatty and spicy as they can further worsen the symptoms.

Home remedies for dry cough:

In almost every Indian household there’s a saying often used as, “Inside the Grandma’s pouch there is a storehouse of remedies to every health problem!” Some easy recipes that can be tried as dry cough home remedies are:

1. Turmeric milk

Turmeric milk, also known as “haldi ka doodh”, is one of the greatest winter drinks. It has existed since the time of our forefathers. Turmeric is often known as “Golden Milk” because of the colour it imparts to milk when added to it. Turmeric also boosts your immune system. Its antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties protect us against a number of diseases. Spices like clove, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper, and ginger can be added for additional health benefits. Turmeric milk is the finest choice for colds, coughs, flu, wounds, joint pain, and other ailments and is one of the best drinks in winter. ( Home remedies for cold and cough for kids)

Ingredients

Iyurved’s daily nutrition savoury spread – ½ tbsp
Water- 1/4 cup
Milk – ½ cup
Honey – 1 tsp (not recommended for babies below 1 year)

Procedure

Take water in a pan and heat on medium flame.
Add the Iyurved’s daily nutrition savoury spread and allow the mix to boil. Simmer for 2 minutes.
Add milk, honey and give a quick stir.
Pour the turmeric milk into a cup and serve hot.

1 cup – 60 calories
Additional nutrition benefits
( 1 tbsp of Iyurved’s daily nutrition savoury spread gives 126 calories with 5.36g of protein). Along with turmeric, it has other immunity-boosting herbs like Ashwagandha, Brahmi, Shalaki, Mulethi.

Turmeric milk

2. Papaya smoothie

Children have to build their own immunity after 6 months of age when the immunity they received from their mother fades. This pandemic has taught us to eat healthily and boost our immunity as new diseases are making their way into our lives. As the weather cools, it’s more crucial than ever to boost our immune system while also keeping our bodies well hydrated. This immunity-boosting smoothie helps you deal with each of these issues while also keeping you energised. (7 Foods to boost immunity in kids)

Ingredients

Ripen Papaya (Peeled) – ½ cup
Iyurved’s immunity boost chocolate spread – 1 tbsp
Water / Milk – ¼ cup

Procedure

Add papaya, Iyurved’s immunity boost chocolate spread into a blender. Blend until it is smooth and has no lumps.
Take water/ milk to make the smoothie as per the required consistency.
Blend again.
Serve!!

1 cup – 55.5 calories
Additional nutrition benefits
(1 tbsp of Iyurved’s Immunity boost Chocolate Spread gives 122 calories with 3.17g of protein). It has immunity-boosting herbs like Ashwagandha, Amla, Giloy, Tulsi, Curcumin, Pepper.

Papaya smoothie

3. Ragi malt health drink

Ragi, an ultimate food is also known as finger millet or nachni. Ragi is high in protein, calcium, iron and amino acids, hence it is a “Super food” with several health advantages for children, but do you know what makes it even better? Sprouting it!! It is also the most commonly used millet for making porridges for babies and infants. Ragi grains should be cleaned, soaked, sprouted, dried, and ground to a fine flour before being used to make a hot beverage.

Ingredients

Sprouted Ragi flour – ½ cup
Cardamom powder – ¼ tsp
Cinnamon powder – ¼ tsp
Milk – ¼ cup
Iyurved’s immunity boost chocolate spread – 1 tbsp
Water – ¾ cup

Procedure

In a pan, dry roast the sprouted ragi flour on medium heat until the raw smell goes away.
Add water and milk to a pan and bring it to a boil in medium flame.
Meanwhile in a small cup. Mix Roasted ragi flour with 2 tbsp of milk without any lumps formation.
Now add this ragi flour mixture to the milk pan and keep mixing continuously to avoid lumps formation.
Switch off the stove and add cardamom powder, cinnamon powder and Iyurved’s immunity boost chocolate spread and give a gentle mix.
Serve hot.

1cup – 393 calories
Additional nutrition benefits
(1 tbsp of Iyurved’s Immunity boost Chocolate Spread gives 122 calories with 3.17g of protein). It has immunity-boosting herbs like Ashwagandha, Amla, Giloy, Tulsi, Curcumin, Pepper.

Ragi malt health drink

4.Kadha

This beverage is prevalent in many Indian homes and is the first line of remedy (gharelu nuskha) for a little sore throat or any common disease caused by the change in weather, such as cough and cold. Some people drink it on a daily basis for immunity, while others consume it as drinks in winter. It’s a strong blend of tea and spices. Typically served with honey or jaggery. (Benefits of ashwagandha for kids and teens )

Ingredients

Clove – ¼ tsp
Cardamom – 2
Fennel – ¼ tsp
Teabag (Optional)
Ginger – small slice
Iyurved’s immunity boost chocolate spread – ½ tbsp
Water – 1 cup

Procedure

Add water into a pan and heat in medium flame.
Slightly crush all the ingredients and add to the water.
Let the water boil and finally, add Iyurved’s immunity boost chocolate spread.
Strain the liquid through a sieve and serve warm.

1 cup – 16 calories
Additional nutrition benefits
(1 tbsp of Iyurved’s Immunity boost Chocolate Spread gives 122 calories with 3.17g of protein). It has immunity-boosting herbs like Ashwagandha, Amla, Giloy, Tulsi, Curcumin, Pepper.

Kadha

5.Warm chocolate vanilla milk

Chocolate has always been a favourite among children. When it comes to the combination of milk and chocolate, nothing beats it. Boosting immunity in children is as simple as adding some herbs, spices to their favourite drink and making it more flavorful.

Ingredients

Milk – 1 cup
Cinnamon powder – ¼ tsp
Vanilla essence – 3-4 drops
Iyurved’s immunity boost chocolate spread – 1 tbsp

Procedure

In a pan, heat the milk in medium flame.
Once the milk starts to boil, add vanilla essence and Iyurved’s immunity boost chocolate spread and mix well.
Switch off the stove and add cinnamon powder and give a gentle mix.
Serve hot.

1cup – 269 calories
Additional nutrition benefits
(1 tbsp of Iyurved’s Immunity boost Chocolate Spread gives 122 calories with 3.17g of protein ). It has immunity-boosting herbs like Ashwagandha, Amla, Giloy,Tulsi, Curcumin, Pepper.

Warm chocolate vanilla milk

6.Carrot blend smoothie

Carrot blend smoothie is also called a power gold smoothie since it is a great source of vitamin A, antioxidants and vitamin C, B6, Magnesium, and fibre. It serves as a powerpack for kids. It can be great drinks in winter and can also be consumed for breakfast. (7 essential nutrients for eye care for kids)

Ingredients

Milk – ¼ cup
Carrot – 2
Pineapple – ¼ cup
Iyurved’s immunity boost chocolate spread – 1 tbsp
Cinnamon powder – ¼ tsp

Procedure

Blend the carrot with milk until it is smooth .
Later add pineapple and blend until they mix properly to give a smooth mix.
Further, add Iyurved’s immunity boost chocolate spread and cinnamon powder and give a gentle mix.
Serve.

1cup – 96 calories
Additional nutrition benefits
(1 tbsp of Iyurved’s Immunity boost Chocolate Spread gives 122 calories with 3.17g of protein ). It has immunity-boosting herbs like Ashwagandha, Amla, Giloy, Tulsi, Curcumin, Pepper.

Carrot blend smoothie

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10 best proven home remedies for fever in kids

October 9, 2021December 23, 2022 | Divya shukla

With every season change, parent’s biggest concern is their kid’s health and how to protect them from fever, cold and cough. Fever is common in children of all age group, no matter how careful you are. Young children are prone to falling ill because their immune systems are not strong enough to fight toxic air and seasonal allergies. Fever itself is usually not harmful, in fact it helps the body’s immune system fight off infection. Fever is a defense against infection, it raises the temperature of the body to kill the germs. By increasing the body’s temperature, a fever makes it harder for the bacteria and viruses to survive in the body and cause infection. Keep reading to find more details about fever and effective home remedies to manage it.

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What considered as fever:

Many parents complain that their baby’s head is warm most of the time and their feet and palm are hot. Do they have a fever?

Children are considered to have a fever if they have a body temperature of 38.5°C (101.3°F) or more, and babies less than three months old are already considered to have a fever at a body temperature of 38.0°C (100.4°F) or more. Use a reliable digital thermometer to confirm a fever.

Causes of fever in kids

When the child has fever, the doctors are more concerned about what is causing the fever, and not what the child’s temperature is. Fevers can be caused by a few things, including

Infection:

Most of the fever is caused by infection or other illness for instance, a common cold, middle ear infection, urinary tract infection (UTI) or gastroenteritis. Fever helps the body to fight this infection by raising body temperature to kill the germs.

Vaccination:

Generally after vaccination kids get a slight increase in their body temperature. Child’s immune system is developing antibodies to fight the germs that the vaccine aims to protect them from.

Dehydration:

Dehydration caused by severe vomiting or diarrhea or they haven’t had enough fluid and their body is dehydrated. This also causes fever in some cases.

Sunburn /sunstroke:

Sunburn, sunstroke or heat stroke may also causes fever in some cases

Food allergies or intolerance:

Food allergies or intolerance like lactose intolerance and gluten intolerance may also cause fever in some cases.

Symptoms of fever and when to see a doctor

Generally you can tell that a child has a fever just by looking at them. Typical signs include a red face, tired-looking or glazed eyes and otherwise pale skin. A hot forehead or neck can also be a sign of fever. Some children lose their appetite or cry a lot.

You should consult a doctor if child has following symptoms:

Their temperature is above 39°C (102.2°F) or a baby under three months old has a temperature above 38°C (100.4°F)
The fever last longer than three days
Vomiting and refuses to eat or drink anything
Have diarrhea or pain in their belly (home remedies for diarrhea in kids)
They have skin rash
Stiff neck, are unresponsive, restless or confused
More sleepy than usual
Problems with breathing
They have a febrile seizure (fit)
Seem be getting more unwell

Seeing your baby in fever is a difficult thing and you do everything to give them comfort during fever. Taking proper care at home can help your baby to recover fast and regain their energy. Below are some home remedies and foods that can help your baby with fever.

Home remedies for fever that can help:

1. Plenty of fluids:

Offer plenty of fluids to keep them hydrated, because fever can make them sweat excessively and cause dehydration in kids. You can offer your child water or oral rehydration solution. Give a small amount of fluid at a time but multiple times in a day. Apart from this you can also offer hot homemade soups, which are full of essential vitamins and minerals and are easy to digest. Avoid drinks with caffeine, including colas and tea, because they can make dehydration worse by increasing urination.

2. Apple cider vinegar bath:

This is one of the most effective remedies to fight fever. ACV has a lot of disinfectant, antimicrobial, antioxidant properties. In lukewarm water add a cup of apple cider vinegar and give your baby a gentle bath or sponge bath. This will immediately bring down the body temperature and give your baby relief from fever. You can also add a few drops of ACV to a warm compress pack and lay it over your baby’s forehead. this is one of the most effective home remedies of fever.

3. Mustard oil and garlic massage:

Heat mustard oil and roast garlic and carom seeds in it. Once cool, apply this oil on the baby’s head, palm, feet base, chest and back. Leave it applied and let the child sleep. It will help settle the body temperature. Also, any body ache the child has will be resolved. Mustard oil is a very effective cough and cold home remedy. ( how massage is important for kids?)

4. Chamomile tea:

Chamomile is considered to be a safe and effective way to help a child relax and will keep your child hydrated. Bring some water to boil and soak chamomile tea leaves in it for about a minute. Add honey to it and feed a few drops of it to your child, twice a day.

5. Turmeric:

Turmeric is the food for immunity boosting. There is a enough scientific evidence that curcumin compound of turmeric aids in boosting immunity. They also prevents body from any pain, swelling, fever due to its anti-inflammatory property. Offer a glass of luke warm turmeric milk to your child. Out of many home remedies of fever, this is the most powerful.

6. Raisins:

Raisins have antioxidant and antibacterial properties which help in fighting infections and lowering the body temperature during fever. Take a handful of raisins (20-25 approx.), soak all the raisins in a half cup of water for about an hour, once they become soft crush and strain the liquid. Add lime juice to it for better results. Feed this tonic to your child twice a day and see the difference.

7. Onion:

Onions are believed to bring down the temperature gradually. This is one of the most traditional home remedies for fever in children, onions are effective in relieving body pain also. Cut an onion into slices and rub 2 – 3 slices on your child’s feet for 2 minutes each. Repeat this process twice a day.

8. Lemon and honey:

Lemon and Honey are magical foods known for their medicinal properties. This is one of the easy and simple home remedies of fever. The vitamin C content of lemon helps improve immunity and honey provides nourishment. The combination of ingredients is highly effective in reducing fever. Mix one tablespoon of honey and an equal amount of lemon juice or in a glass of warm water add one tablespoon honey and juice of half lemon and feed the mixture to the child and watch the fever go down.

9. Tulsi

Tulsi is an important herb and every household should have it. With its antibiotic properties, it is very effective in bringing the fever down. Add a few leaves of tulsi to boiling water, allow it to boil for 2 minutes, strain the water and make your child drink this multiple times a day to lower their temperature.

10. Ginger:

People have used ginger as one of the herbal home remedies of fever . It has anti-inflammatory antibacterial, antiviral properties that make it an excellent home remedy for fever. You can make ginger tea for the fever. Take a small piece of ginger and grate it and add it to a cup of water. Boiling water boils for a couple of minutes and then takes it out of the flame. Add a little honey and make your child drink this ginger tea three to four times a day.

Do your child often fall sick?

Do your child often fall sick with fever, cold and cough? The food we eat plays a key role in determining the overall health and immunity. It gives the body a condition of being able to resist a particular disease. by adding these foods to your kid’s diet you can prevent them from falling sick again and again by boosting their immunity.

GILOY:

It is a shrub and an essential herb in ayurvedic medicines. Giloy is used to treat a wide range of health conditions. It contains important plant compounds like terpenoids, alkaloids, lignans, and steroids. Research shows that these compounds have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidiabetic properties, among other benefits which help to boost immunity.

TULSI:

Tulsi leaves have been scientifically proven to have medicinal properties. It also has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal effects, rich in vitamin c and zinc and thus keeps the infection at a bay and naturally boosts the immunity.

AMLA:

Amla is a storehouse of antioxidants. It is one of the richest sources of vitamin C, which is known to boost immunity. It has antibacterial and astringent properties that boosts immunity.

ASHWAGANDHA:

As an anti-oxidant, boosting immunity is one of the most popular benefits of Ashwagandha for kids. The root activates and increases the levels of enzymes and macrophages, a type of white blood cell that kills bad viruses and bacterias. It also promotes the development of antibodies, which is a major factor in improving the body’s response to a health-threatening infection.

TURMERIC:

A compound found in turmeric, Curcumin, offers therapeutic relief and is a perfect immunity booster for kids. It has a a very high antioxidant value to protect body from invading infections. It is also rich in vitamin A, Thiamine (B1), Riboflavin (B2) and vitamin C.

NUTS:

The vitamin E found in nuts like almonds, cashews, peanuts and hazelnut help the immune system to fight against invading bacteria. They are a great source of antioxidants that keep the body healthy and disease free by neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation.

SEEDS:

Seeds are an incredible source of nutrients. Sunflower seeds are rich in magnesium, vitamin E, antioxidants and good fats. Together they help to boost immunity. Pumpkin seeds are rich in Vitamin E which is necessary for immunity building and also packed with other bone-building nutrients like potassium, magnesium and vitamin K. Melon seeds are a good source of zinc. It helps to boost our immunity, helps in digestion, cell growth, and keeps your nervous system healthy.

ANTIOXIDANTS:

Cocoa contains flavonoid, a naturally occurring compound found in plants which act as antioxidant and help in counteracting free radicals in the body. Also rich in zinc, iron, copper, and vitamins like A, B12 and K. Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant and has an ability to modulate host immune functions. Vitamin E is key for strong immunity and healthy skin and eyes. In recent years, vitamin E supplements have become popular as antioxidants.