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NATURAL CURE FOR CHEST CONGESTION
WHAT SHOULD YOU TAKE FOR CHEST CONGESTION WITH COUGH AND MUCUS
( 9 Mar 2008)
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Home Remedies for Chest Congestion with Cough and Mucus
Improving the humidity levels in the bedroom proves beneficial. This is done by leaving the vaporizer throughout the night. Water and other fluids are provided in adequate quantities.
Removal of mucus from the chest is essential for relief from chest congestion. This is an ordeal, especially in children, as coughing up of the mucus is a difficult issue. Breathing is made easy by sleeping on an elevated level.
Secretions are cleared by the intake of hot soups and broths.
Cigarette smoking irritates the respiratory passage and results in worsening of infection. Passive smoking is also equally dreadful. Over-the-counter expectorants clear up the bronchial passages, by loosening the mucus. Cough suppressants are also effective, though are avoided, in case of productive coughing, wherein the mucus is brought out. Inhalation of steam with a drop of eucalyptus oil in the water is helpful. Lobelia helps in relaxing the chest muscles and removal of pain. Foods rich in ascorbic acid are recommended. Garlic is an effective remedy against chest congestion. Supplements of calcium and vitamin B complex also proves to be effective for congestion and cough.
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answered by Dr C on 9 Mar 2008, 12:17:37
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