Tired Of Coughing? Have This Onion Drink

Almost every second person suffers from cold, cough and lung congestion during winters when a drop in the temperature takes a toll on one’s immune system. This has become more common, especially after COVID. Those who had COVID still complain of an unrelenting cough, which has become worse in the winter months. While popping pills can give temporary relief, home remedies passed on from generations have stood the test of time.

One such easy home remedy is recommended by Luke Coutinho, lifestyle Coach and Fit India Movement Ambassador. He suggests a natural and powerful drink for people suffering from lung congestion, thick phlegm and mucus diseases.

Some other home remedies that grandmothers always swear on:

1.Lemon juice and honey, peppermint tea or ginger syrup with cinnamon, contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant substances that will help to eliminate secretions in the respiratory airways and reduce coughing with phlegm.

2.Intake of jaggery creates a shield against diseases, as it has decongestant properties that help to clear out cough from the lungs.

3.Adding turmeric can help fight infections and allergies, and aids with decongesting airways and mucus production.

4.A pinch of black pepper acts as an antioxidant and antibacterial ingredient that helps to thin down the mucus, so you can breathe easily.

5.To get relief from sore throat and dry cough, take a tablespoon of honey with 1 tbsp of fresh ginger juice.

6.Keep your body hydrated, drink plenty of warm water and avoid intake of dairy products like yoghurt, as this may lead to cold and cough.

7.Gargling with salt and warm water helps to clear your throat and reduce mucus.

8.Inhale steam from a bowl of hot water by adding a few drops of medicinal essential oils, to get rid of congestion.

9.Drink herbal teas, as they have anti-inflammatory, expectorant properties. This helps to boost your body’s immunity.

10.Practice breathing exercises and avoid smoking

11.Onions are loaded with plant chemicals including flavonoids, which have both an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect. When consumed regularly and in sufficient quantity, these compounds may help protect against chronic conditions such as cancer and diabetes.

12.he onion bulb extract may lower blood glucose levels, and that is good news for people with diabetes.The veggie is low in calories and also increases your metabolic rate, and this can help manage diabetes symptoms

13. May Fight AcneT

he antimicrobial and antifungal properties play a role here.In a study, a gel containing extracts of onion had improved acne scars in patients. This gel improved the appearance of the scar by reducing redness and inflammation. The study concluded by stating that onion extracts could be used as potential treatment options for bacterial and fungal infections

14. May Improve Sleep And Mood

There is more research required in this connection. But some studies show that the folate in onion juice can improve mood and fight depression.Folate works by preventing the build-up of homocysteine, a chemical that keeps blood and other nutrients from reaching the brain. Excess production of homocysteine also interferes with the production of serotonin, the feel-good hormone Other hormones, like dopamine and epinephrine, also help regulate sleep, and this is where the folate in onions comes into the picture. It supports the production of these hormones in the body

15. May Improve Fertility

Studies show how the juice can increase testosterone levels. This can be attributed to the antioxidant activity of onions, which promotes sperm health. In a Jordanian study, ingesting onion juice to male rats improved their testosterone levels.In another study, onion juice had shown to improve copulatory behavior in sexually potent male rats. The juice had achieved this by boosting serum testosterone levels.