Natural Remedies for Cough, Phlegm and Mucus

Ayurvedic Herbal Blend

• Mix:
  • 100 g Sitopaladi Powder
  • 2.5 g Tankan Bhasma
  • 5 g Praval Pishti
• Take ½ teaspoon of the mixture with honey.
• Also take Khadiradi Vati – 2 tablets twice daily.

NAC, Oregano and Garlic

• Some people use:
  • N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
  • Oregano capsules
  • Garlic tablets
• These are commonly used to help support respiratory health and mucus clearance.

Black Seed Oil and Honey

• Take 1–2 teaspoons of black seed oil with honey.
• Allow it to slowly coat the throat before drinking water.
• After about 45 minutes, drink warm or hot water.
• Before bed:
  • Massage black seed oil onto the chest and upper back.
  • Take another teaspoon of black seed oil with honey.
  • Enjoy a mug of golden milk.

Fresh Pineapple Juice

• Fresh pineapple juice contains natural enzymes that may help break down mucus and ease congestion.

Oregano Leaf Juice

• Juice fresh oregano leaves and consume in small amounts as traditionally used for respiratory support.

Onion and Sugar Cough Syrup

• Slice 1 onion into a bowl.
• Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of sugar.
• Cover and leave overnight.
• The liquid that forms can be used as a homemade cough mixture.
• Replace the mixture every few days.
• Traditionally used to help loosen phlegm and soothe coughs.

Cayenne Pepper Tea

• Add a small amount of cayenne pepper to warm tea before bed.
• Traditionally used to help loosen mucus and phlegm.

Steam Inhalation

• Boil water and carefully pour it into a bowl.
• Place a towel over your head and inhale the steam.
• Breathe slowly and deeply for several minutes.
• Steam may help loosen mucus and ease congestion in the airways.

Black Seed Oil, Selenium and Vitamin E

• Some people also use:
  • Black seed oil capsules
  • Selenium
  • Vitamin E
• These nutrients are sometimes taken to support overall immune and respiratory health.

Note: Natural remedies may not be suitable for everyone. Seek medical advice if symptoms are severe, persist, or are accompanied by difficulty breathing, chest pain, high fever, or coughing up blood.