Bronchitis cough is the kind of chest inflammation which may lead to the coughing with phlegm. This can be very painful as well. Breathing becomes very painful and your throat dried up. The bronchitis can be dry which is more severe. Here are some of the home remedies for the bronchitis cough which will be very effective even for the children.
Gargle with salt water
In a glass of warm water add a half teaspoon of salt. You can gargle with this solution; this will help to cut down the mucous and helps you relax. These gargles can be done 3 to 4 times in a day.
Ginger
Ginger helps in cough and makes you feel very relax. One spoon of ginger juice mixed with a spoon of honey is very good for the bronchitis cough. Also the ginger tea is another option.
Orange juice
Oranges are rich in vitamin C which increases the immunity and also soothes the throat. Drink as much juices as possible, this will make the throat wet and helps the phlegm comes out.
Soups
Warm soups soothe the throat and also help reducing the pain. The black pepper can be added in soups which is also good in bronchitis. With the soups, other warm liquids like tea, or warm water with honey, also helps the bronchitis patient.
Rest
The bronchitis patient has to take rest and avoid doing the hectic work. As running or doing more work can make them tired and also they can feel difficulty in breathing because of the mucous.
Almonds
Almonds are rich in potassium, calcium and magnesium and also have the good healing power. Almonds can be taken directly or in your food. Almonds in the juices are also a good option.
Steam
Taking steam in a closed room will help the person to breath in a better way. But remember that the steam can be taken only in a closed room. You can also opt for the stream bath in a closed room. After taking steam also avoid going in the open area. You can take steam just before sleeping.
Humidifier
Try to humidify your environment. The dry place may cause irritation in breathing. You can use the humidifier and also drink plenty of water with this.
Onions
Onions helps a lot in the bronchitis cough. Onions helps moving the mucous. It can be taken as salads, roasted in soups or cooked in the food. You can also slice the onions and mix it with honey. Make them to stand overnight. That honey is very good for the cough. Have one spoon 4 times a day.
Lemon
Lemon is another vitamin C rich element. In a glass of warm water, add the juice of a lemon with some salt and a pinch of black pepper. Drink it sip by sip and within half hour you will feel relief in the throat pain.
Oregano oil
This is a very good home remedy with also helps in curing many more ailments. You can put some of the drops of oil under your tongue. This will help in bronchitis cough.
Samiksha Aggarwal 