Curing the stubborn cough

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Curing the stubborn cough

• This is one of the most popular as well as
  effective remedies in cough treatment. When you
  gargle with salted water thats warm, it is not
  directly responsible for treating the cough but
  it helps in reducing the itching and inflammation
  present in the throat. As one of the best natural
  remedies for cough, it helps loosen mucus and
  phlegm in the throat too.

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• Mint
• Mint leaves contain menthol and menthol content
  is helpful in numbing the nerve endings that are
  present in our throat. When that happens, there
  is less irritation in the throat and as a result,
  a reduction in our urge to cough. This is also
  very helpful during the night. If there is
  congestion in the throat then mint leaves can
  help in clearing that too.

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• Turmeric
• In the treatment of various respiratory
  conditions such as bronchitis, tonsilitis or even
  a sore throat, turmeric has been used as an
  effective medicine of the ayurvedic system.
  Turmeric contains Curcumin, which is well-known
  to have anti-inflammatory properties that are
  very helpful in relieving cough.

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• Honey
• Rather than allopathic or homeopathic medicine
  for cough, or any other treatment, you can use
  honey to cure your stubborn cough. Many pieces of
  research have shown that honey is a successful
  alternative to antibiotics in treating night-time
  cough. For respiratory illnesses such as
  tonsilitis or sore throat, honey is a great
  option.

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• Licorice
• Licorice or you may have heard mulethi, is very
  effective in relieving the symptoms of a stubborn
  cough. Licorice tea is helpful in loosening the
  phlegm and providing relief in congestion.
  Researches show that licorice is able to reduce
  the symptoms of cough within 60 minutes of
  consumption.