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12 Home Remedies To Relieve Pneumonia Symptoms
Pneumonia is a respiratory infection of the lungs, usually caused by bacteria, viruses or fungi. It occurs due to an inflammation in the air sacs (alveoli) in one or both the lungs and the air sacs fill with fluid or pus, making it difficult to breathe.
The symptoms of pneumonia are cough, fever, chest pain, fatigue, difficulty in breathing, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
Antibiotics are effective in treating pneumonia. However, certain home remedies can help ease the symptoms while you are recovering from this disease.
1. Salt water gargle
A warm salt water gargle can help relieve you from the scratchy feeling in the throat. Mucous in the chest and throat can trigger cough; salt water gargle can help get rid of the mucous in the throat, thereby providing some instant relief [1].
•
In
a
glass
of
warm
water,
dissolve
½
tsp
of
salt.
•
Gargle
the
mixture
for
30
seconds
and
spit
it
out.
•
Do
this
every
three
hours.
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2. Essential oils
Peppermint, clove, cinnamon bark, eucalyptus, thyme, scots pine and citronella essential oils possess antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can help fight against respiratory tract pathogens. But, the antibacterial activity of thyme, clove and cinnamon bark essential oil is much higher and may help fight against respiratory tract pathogens [2].
•
Add
4-5
drops
of
essential
oil
in
a
bowl
of
hot
water.
•
Bend
over
the
bowl
and
cover
your
head
and
bowl
with
a
towel.
•
Inhale
the
vapour
and
do
this
once
a
day.
3. Herbal teas
Drinking herbal teas such as peppermint and eucalyptus tea can help soothe the swelling and irritation in the throat, thus bringing relief from cough.
•
In
a
cup
of
hot
water,
place
a
peppermint
or
eucalyptus
tea
bag.
•
Allow
it
to
steep
for
five
minutes.
•
Remove
the
tea
bag
and
drink
the
warm
tea.
•
Have
it
twice
a
day.
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4. Honey
Honey contains antimicrobial, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that can help relieve the symptoms of pneumonia.
• Have a spoonful of honey every night before you go to bed.
5. Lukewarm compress
If you have fever, apply a lukewarm compress on your forehead as it's effective in helping the body to cool down. This will gradually change the body temperature, making you feel better.
•
Wet
a
small
towel
in
lukewarm
water.
•
Wring
out
the
excess
water
and
place
the
towel
on
your
forehead.
•
Repeat
it
till
you
feel
slightly
better.
6. Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that plays an important role in increasing the immune resistance to various bacterial and viral infections including pneumonia [3].
• Consume Vitamin C-rich foods such as citrus fruits, guava, potatoes, strawberry, broccoli, cauliflower and cantaloupe.
7. Vitamin D
Vitamin D plays an important role in the prevention and treatment of a wide range of diseases. It plays a crucial role in regulating the immune system and reduces the severity of pneumonia symptoms [3].
• Eat vitamin D-rich foods like cheese, eggs, fatty fishes, orange juice and dairy products.
8. Ginger tea
Ginger can help relieve cough and soothe an inflamed throat due to the presence of antioxidant and antimicrobial properties in it.
•
Chop
1
tbsp
of
ginger
and
boil
it
in
a
bowl
of
water.
•
Boil
for
few
minutes
and
strain
it.
•
Drink
the
warm
tea
twice
a
day.
9. Warm soup or warm water
Drink a bowl of soup as it will help soothe your inflamed throat and provide your body with essential nutrients. Also, you can drink warm water to bring relief from the swelling and irritation in the throat; it will help you stay hydrated too.
10. Sit in front of a handheld fan
If you are finding it difficult to breathe, use a handheld fan to reduce breathlessness. Hold a fan in front of your nose and mouth for five minutes to help ease your symptom.
11. Steam inhalation
Moisture in the air can help loosen the mucous in the lungs, which will help relieve chest pain and cough. You can either use a humidifier or take a warm shower so that you can breathe in the steam.
12. Turmeric tea
Turmeric contains an active compound called curcumin that exhibits antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that work against bacteria causing pneumonia.
•
Boil
a
cup
of
water
and
add
1
tsp
of
turmeric
powder.
•
Reduce
the
heat
and
simmer
it
for
10
minutes.
•
Strain
and
add
honey
for
taste.
Note: These home remedies alone will not work against reducing the symptoms of pneumonia. Antibiotics are recommended in the treatment of pneumonia.
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