As the rainy season is all set upon us, one or the other person in the family is bound to get sick- by getting wet in the rain or just by the cold monsoon air. But you don’t want to miss out on all the fun in the rain? So let us trace back the age-old natural remedies prominent in our households for generations for a quick cure of this seasonal flu. 

When we get sick, our immune system gets compromised. In this blog, we will discuss how to keep our immune system stronger to avoid seasonal flu and the best Ayurvedic remedies to fight cold and flu naturally. 

Manage Cold and Flu with Ayurvedic Remedies

As the monsoon season graces us with rains and changes in weather, it also brings cold, cough, and fever.  Rather than rushing to the doctor and being dependent on medicine, follow some basic ayurvedic remedies to fight the seasonal changes.

Ayurveda treasures many herbs and spices that help can be incorporated into everyday meals, or taken as Ayurvedic supplements to increase immunity and keep seasonal diseases at bay. Many spices and herbs help relieve the congested nose, cough, and fever during flu season. 

Top time-tested Ayurvedic remedies and supplements to fight cold and flu symptoms.

Ginger Tea to relieve cold 

Ginger is known as ‘Vishwabhesaj’ or the universal medicine. Ginger tea is a go-to remedy to soothe sore throat and ease congestion. It is rich in vitamin C, Zinc, Sodium, and Amino Acids and is known to clear microcirculatory channels of the body to reduce symptoms of flu with Ayurveda.  

Tulsi Kadha 

Tulsi is known as ‘the mother of herbs’ and is used in many types of Ayurvedic decoction. Tulsi boosts the production of antibodies to prevent the onset of infection. Tulsi kadha also relieves throat pain and dissolves phlegm.

Just add a few Tulsi leaves, ginger, and peppercorns to a glass of water and boil till it is reduced to half. Drink the warm kadha to reduce the symptoms of a cold and fever with ayurveda. 

Steam with Peppermint oil

Peppermint oil works as a decongestant and unblocks the airway by dissolving mucus and phlegm. Add a few drops of Helthvit Aroma peppermint oil in water and take the steam. Metehenol in peppermint oil has antibacterial traits. It helps open the nasal passage and kills the bacteria causing infection. 

Mulethi to reduce cough

Mulethi (licorice root) has many therapeutic and nutritional benefits and is used in many ayurvedic decoctions. It is an anti-inflammatory, anti-biotic, and anti-asthmatic herb and has an array of vitamins, potassium, and bioactive.

It’s a very effective remedy for sore throat and cough and also boosts immunity, controls blood sugar levels, and cures digestive problems.

Mix one tablespoon of Dr Bhargava’s Mulethi powder with water or honey to use orally or keep a small piece of licorice root in your mouth to relieve dry sore throat. 

Honey to soothe sore throat

Drinking warm water with honey and lemon is a sure-shot remedy for many health issues including flu. Honey has been used for centuries as a natural remedy to relieve scratchy through especially in dry cough. It is safe for even children. Its anti-microbial properties help kill the infection-causing bacteria and help reduce irritation and throat dryness.

Directly consume a teaspoon full of Kapiva Wild honey to relieve sore throat. Mix it with a few drops of ginger juice to reduce cough. Honey is one of the most used basic Ayurvedic remedies to cure flu and colds. 

Turmeric Milk to reduce infection

Turmeric is a common spice used in many curries but it is known for its antiseptic properties and has been used for ages to increase immunity, heal wounds, clear infection, and reduce body inflammation.

Golden milk or turmeric milk is loaded with antioxidants and has antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties. It is a time-tested ayurvedic remedy against cold and fever. Regular consumption of turmeric milk boosts overall immunity and reduces the chance of seasonal flu and infections. 

Top Ayurvedic supplements for cold and flu

Dhootapapeshwar Mahasudarshan Kadha–  is an ayurvedic remedy to fight flu and infections. It’s a decoction of edible herbs and spices. It is beneficial in enhancing your immunity. It helps in dealing with fever, cough, and cold.

Nagarjuna (Kerela) Flunil Tablet– Its key ingredients Bhunimba & Guduchi are anti-infective and reduce long-lasting fever and cure influenza. 

J & j Dechane Fluzen Tablet– It is used in the treatment of viral fever and related symptoms. Helps relieve Flu, headache, body aches, colds, and coughs.

Maha Herbal Fever Peace– It contains a Giloy herb known for its immune-boosting properties. It is beneficial for reducing recurring fever and treating symptoms of cold, cough, and flu. 

Axiom Flu Treat– It embodies anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties and is used for the treatment of flu, cold, fever, diabetes, and jaundice. It also supports building immunity.

Kapiva’s Cold&Flu Tea – It is an ayurvedic blend of tea with spices like ginger, peppercorns, turmeric, cloves, and lemongrass and is highly beneficial in relieving symptoms of seasonal flu and throat congestion. 

Dhootapapeshwar A Flu O Cil Forte is an Ayurvedic health supplement that reduces the symptoms of common colds, coughs, headaches, and body pain. It also supports regulating body temperature in case of viral fever. 

Baidyanath Maha Sudarshan Churna- It contains 49 Ayurvedic herbs. It has antiviral and antiseptic properties and reduces fever from seasonal flu.

Dhootapapeshwar Mahasudarshan Gahnvati– It helps treat mild fever, and digestive issues and improve overall heath. 

Kudos Tulsi Amrit- It is a pure Tulsi extract from various types of tulsi leaves. Pure tulsi extract works wonders for the treatment of colds, coughs, and flu. It also prevents further viral infections and increases immunity. 

Conclusion

In today’s modern world, modern medicines are easily accessible and work like a charm. But these medicines give you momentary relief and do not work on the root cause of flues and infections. They also have many side effects while slowing us down and causing other imbalances in the body. The best way to relieve seasonal flu and infections is to use ayurvedic remedies for colds, coughs, and fever.

Ayurveda treasures thousands of natural remedies that not only relieve flu but also increase immunity to rescue the chances of future infections. Switching to Ayurveda for side effects-free treatment is beneficial in the long run.