TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Symptom have a cold, colds, coughs occur not only in the rainy season, these conditions interfere with daily activities, because it feels difficult to breathe freely, itchy throat, runny nose, sneezing. Viruses that cause flu or colds are easy to grow when it rains, as quoted from the PennState website.
But, it wasn’t the rain that caused flu, but the condition of the body that is infected with a virus or bacteria. When it rains, sudden changes in temperature force the body to adapt. This condition requires energy. These extreme changes in temperature lower the body’s resistance, making it susceptible to infection with viruses or bacteria.
What are some natural intakes that are useful for relieving colds, flu, coughs?
- Chicken soup
quote Healthline, warm chicken soup mixed with vegetables slows the movement of neutrophil types of white blood cells in the body. The function of neutrophils is to protect the body from infection. Slow-moving neutrophils remain concentrated in areas of the body that need healing. Chicken soup is effective in reducing the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections. Soups that are low in sodium have great nutritional value to keep fluids in the body.
- Ginger
Ginger decoction relieves cough or sore throat. Ginger has been used for centuries in traditional medicine.
- Honey
Honey mixed with tea and lemon soothes a sore throat, because it is antibacterial. Honey is also useful for reducing coughs. Healthline Referring to research, 10 grams of honey consumed by children before bed relieves coughs and colds. Children can sleep well. However, honey should not be consumed by children under 1 year of age, because it contains botulinum spores which interfere with digestion.
- garlic
Compound content allicin antimicrobial. Garlic prevents cold symptoms from getting worse.
- Lemon
Fruit lemon, limes, oranges, lemons and green vegetables are sources of vitamin C. Lemon juice mixed in hot tea and honey will reduce phlegm. Vitamin C is needed for the immune system. It is useful to relieve upper respiratory tract infections and other diseases.
RAHMAT AMIN SIREGAR
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