11 Home Remedies For Congestion

Congestion is a feeling of stuffiness in the nasal or breathing passage. Two common types of congestions include nasal and chest congestion. Common causes of congestion include cold, influenza, allergies, infections and so on.Headache, fever, sore throat, mucus and so on are some common symptoms of congestion. The problem of congestion can be treated with different home remedies.

Home Remedies for Congestion

Consume Fluids

An individual should drink 8 – 10 glasses of water every day to treat the problem of congestion.Consumption of fluids like vegetable or chicken soup, juice, herbal tea and so on is also recommended for an individual suffering from congestion.

Inhale Steam

An individual can inhale the aroma of eucalyptus and chamomile oil to reduce the problem of congestion. Hot water containing salt can also be used for inhaling the steam to obtain relief from congestion.

Consume Tomato

 

An individual can consume a mixture prepared with the use of tomato juice (1 cup), lemon juice (1 tablespoon) and honey (1 tablespoon) to treat the problem of congestion.

Cayenne Pepper

Gargling with warm water (1 glass) containing cayenne pepper powder (1 teaspoon) can cure the problem of congestion. It is advisable to use this remedy 2 to 3 times in a day to obtain quick relief.

Apple Cider Vinegar

An individual can prepare a tea with the use of apple cider vinegar (2 teaspoons), honey (2 teaspoons) and water (1 cup). Consumption of this tea on a daily basis can treat the problem of congestion.Another option is to consume a tea containing apple cider vinegar (2 teaspoons), paste of garlic cloves (2 teaspoons), oregano (2 teaspoon), water (2 cups) and salt.

Fresh Ginger

Consumption of a tea prepared with fresh ginger 2 to 3 times in a day can treat the problem of congestion. An individual can consume grated ginger (2 teaspoons) with a glass of warm water to obtain effective results.

Chamomile

An individual can use a dropper to put a few drops of chamomile oil in the nostrils to clear the nasal passage and reduce congestion. Consumption of chamomile tea is also recommended for an individual suffering from congestion.

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Honey

Consumption of honey is one the most effective home remedies for treating the problem of congestion. An individual can consume a glass of warm water or milk containing honey (2 teaspoons) to reduce congestion. It is advisable for an individual suffering from congestion to consume honey (2 teaspoons) before going to bed at night.

Basil Leaves.

Chewing basil leaves (2 – 4) on a regular basis can cure the problem of congestion. To obtain quick results, an individual is required to drink basil tea on a regular basis.

Garlic

Rubbing a paste prepared with the use of garlic cloves (4 – 5) and olive oil (2 teaspoons) at the bottom of the feet can provide relief from congestion.An individual can put a few drops of garlic oil in the nostrils to clear the nasal blockage resulting from congestion.

Cardamom

Consumption of cardamom tea on a regular basis can provide relief from congestion. An individual can consume a glass of warm water containing cardamom powder (half teaspoon) and honey (1 teaspoon) to obtain the desired results.