How To Manage Common Cold and Cough Through Ayurveda

Common cold and cough can be taxing and irritating, particularly in times of monsoon and with the scare of COVID-19 on and off! Here are some interesting ways to fight cold and cough naturally. A third general Ayurveda physician who is an authority in his field Vaidya Jagjit Singh, explains how you can easily manage these seasonal issues at home.

- Vaidya Jagjit Singh

Why do cough and cold occur, according to Ayurveda?

In Ayurveda, Cold and cough are three characteristics of the body, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, also known as doshas. Each character has its functional role. When these are out of balance, they can create problems in our bodies. For example, Vata reflects wind (Air) energy, Pitta is fire energy, and Kapha reflects water energy. Cough exists in the upper part of the body above the chest, especially ENT, throat, and Pitta exists in the digestive system, liver, and intestine, where metabolism is always in the The rest of our process. body's system is controlled by Kapha.

What are the best home remedies for cold and cough which we can find in our kitchen?