Jun 14, 2020

Home Remedies for Whooping Cough


1. Ginger
Ginger is an excellent expectorant that can help treat whooping cough. It also contains antibacterial properties that help destroy the bacteria that cause this problem. Moreover, it has immune-boosting properties that help fight the infection and promote quick recovery.
whooping cough remedy using fenugreek and ginger
  • Mix together 1 tablespoon each of freshly extracted ginger juice and raw honey. Take this twice daily for a few days.
  • Another option is to mix equal amounts of ginger juice, lemon juice and onion juice. Take 1 tablespoon of this mixture 2 to 3 times a day.
  • Alternatively, boil 2 teaspoons of fenugreek seeds in 2 cups of water until the quantity is reduced by half. Next, add 1 teaspoon of freshly extracted ginger juice and a little raw honey to 1 cup of the prepared fenugreek decoction. Drink this solution once daily for a few days.

2. Turmeric
Turmeric contains antibacterial and antiviral properties that help treat whooping cough. It has a therapeutic effect on coughs, particularly dry coughs, one of the main symptoms. Its immune-boosting property also helps your body fight infections.

  • Mix together 1 tablespoon of raw honey and ¼ to ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder. Take it twice daily until you feel better.
  • Another option is to drink warm milk mixed with ½ teaspoon of turmeric power twice a day to ease symptoms.
  • Alternatively, take turmeric supplements, available in capsule form. Always consult a doctor for the correct dosage.