*Herbal Treatment for Dry Sputum in Chest (Bronchitis)* Dear Rama Kaushik, Thanks for sharing your health issues with us. I would suggest the following herbal medicines for your present state of sufferings to achieve their best possible results: 1. Arogya Vati (Patanjali) - One tablet twice a day after meal. 2. Septilin Tablets (Himalaya) - One tablet twice a day after meal. 3. Bresol Tablets (Himalaya) - Two tablets twice a day after meal. 4. Vasavaleha Granules (Baidyanath) - One teaspoon granules twice a day after meal. *Please Note:* You will need to take the prescribed herbal medicines regularly for a longer time with utmost patience to achieve their long-lasting benefits, since natural medicines have holistic healing qualities on the body, and take extra time for absorption and producing satisfactory results. *Home Remedies:* 1. Drink three glasses of warm water in the morning before going to washroom for evacuation to improve your bowel movements. The water helps to clean your colon and hydrates your cells at a superior rate after hours of sleeping at night. The water helps in the production of blood and muscle cells. 2. Eat fruits on an empty stomach before lunch time, since they get digested quickly and go straight into the intestines. Fruits eaten after meal when come in contact with food and digestive juices in the stomach, the entire mass of food begins to spoil, becomes rotten and ferments to turn into acidity to cause multiple health disorders. 3. Eat walnuts moderately to nourish your body and mind. Walnuts being a rich source of Iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Selenium, Zinc, some B Vitamins, Vitamin E and Omega 3 Fatty Acids, they help to slow down the growth of plaque buildup in the arteries, and prevent blood clots to keep the heart healthy. Since it is just a coincidence that the walnut looks like a tiny brain, hence eating them on a regular basis will help lower blood pressure, treat stress and support good brain function. Walnuts help to balance oxidative stress, reduce inflammation, and support to keep your gut healthy. Walnuts also help to balance the functioning of thyroid gland due to the presence of Selenium and Zinc in the nut. 4. Boil half a teaspoon of cumin, crushed coriander and fennel seeds in a glass of water until it turns into golden brown in colour. Strain the decoction and drink it twice a day after meal to treat acidity, gases, bloating, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, abdominal pain and menstrual cramps. The humble cumin seeds have been used for centuries to help the liver to secrete bile and digestive enzymes in the small intestine to improve and balance out digestive issues. Cumin seeds being rich source of iron help to treat anaemia, promote weight loss and fat reduction. Cumin seeds help to stimulate insulin production in the body to monitor blood sugar level. The medicinal properties of cumin seeds have also been associated with reducing muscle cramps and improving blood circulation. Coriander seeds help thyroid gland to produce enough thyroid hormones, and help the body to regulate and use energy. The level of antioxidants and vitamins in coriander seeds work to heal thyroid gland naturally, and regulate the production of thyroid hormones. Fennel seeds help to improve digestion, strengthen digestive fire, reduce bloating, stop cramps, treat stomach pain and expel gases. This unique aromatic decoction is a healthy and miracle drink that helps to eliminate waste and regulate essential body functions to improve digestion. It is helpful in absorbing nutrients, stimulating digestive fire, dealing with chronic problems of indigestion, flatulence and soothing inflamed membranes in and around the stomach walls. The herbal blend helps to stimulate appetite, remove toxins and maintain good gut health, which is also known as the second brain of human body. 5. Chew one tablespoon white sesame seeds daily to nourish your body and mind. White sesame seeds are a rich source of natural calcium, and consuming them regularly helps to maintain calcium level in the blood to strengthen bones and teeth. Calcium helps to boost metabolism and treats constipation and sleep disorder. Calcium helps the heart, muscles and nerves to function properly. 6. Boil half a teaspoon of turmeric powder along with equal amount of a quarter teaspoon each of black pepper powder, green cardamom powder and cinnamon powder in a glass of cow's milk until it turns into dark yellow in colour. Mix half teaspoon cow's ghee in warm milk and drink it daily after dinner. In order to obtain best possible results of turmeric milk, it is extremely important to add black pepper in milk to increase bioavailability and absorption rate of curcumin due to the presence of piperine in black pepper, and therefore, the source and healing properties of curcumin will get absorbed directly into bloodstream through the lymphatic system to treat critical health issues to bring best possible results. Adding green cardamon and cinnamon in milk helps the body to digest protein and sugar in milk respectively. Cow's ghee acts as a lubricant, and helps to lubricate joints to maintain flexibility to reduce joint stiffness and inflammation. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is nature's most powerful anti-inflammatory and healing spice being used in India for a thousands of years both as spice and medicinal herb. Turmeric milk is an ancient home remedy being used in India for a very long time, and it is extremely effective in treating cold, cough, sore throat, flu, allergies, sinus, migraine, asthma, infection, wounds, skin disorders, inflammation, type 2 diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, depression, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, enlarged prostate gland, muscular and joint pain, and diseases related to liver, kidneys, lungs, heart, brain and all types of cancer. Turmeric is an effective blood cleansing spice that accelerates the healing process. The antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and warming properties of turmeric help to improve digestion, optimal cell functioning and support immune system to fight off diseases. It helps to eliminate harmful contaminants and toxins from the body. Turmeric has antiseptic, antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties to help fight infection. Turmeric milk helps to bring better sleep at night. Turmeric stops fat cells to grow, since it burns white fat to convert into brown fat to release energy, and this process helps to manage weight loss. Turmeric milk is a great warmer during cold climates. Turmeric helps to strengthen bones. The presence of curcumin in turmeric is useful in improving blood vessel function to prevent heart enlargement. Turmeric helps to promote dialation of blood vessels to improve blood flow, reduces blood pressure and lowers the risk of heart attack. People allergic to cow's milk or being lactose intolerance can use almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk or rice milk. The turmeric milk home remedy is suggested for people above twelve years of age, and to use this home remedy for treating small ones between one and twelve years of age, the quantity of turmeric, black pepper, green cardamom, cinnamon, cow's milk and ghee should be adjusted according to their respective ages, severity of illness and prevailing weather condition of the region. 7. Apply coconut, mustard or sesame oil in and around your belly button daily at night before bedtime. Keep your belly button clean. 8. Massage the soles of your feet with coconut, mustard or sesame oil daily at night before bedtime. 9. Make a habit of chewing clove and green cardamom after meal to improve digestion. Take care and stay healthy! Best regards, Kunwar Singh
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