Department responsible for researching plants Medicinal is phytotherapy, although home remedies and use herbal medicine It has been used repeatedly for many years to treat a variety of ailments, with more evidence supporting its use emerging every day.
Although this happens, it is best to remember that when choosing natural medicines, you should consider whether you suffer from special conditions that may cause allergies or consult a specialist directly.
As the official Mayo Clinic website says, there is no cure common coldHowever, there are some Remedies Effectively help reduce some of its symptoms to avoid discomfort.
A cup of tea goes a long way biology when you have influenza or a cold, as sipping hot liquids can cause a cold pain relief And helps relieve congestion by increasing mucus flow.
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5 natural herbs to fight the cold Photo: Archive / El Universal
To treat the common cold naturally, some herbs prove beneficial because they are rich in vitamins and health-promoting compounds:
This plant is a great helper in reducing nasal congestion as it has expectorant properties and also helps treat coughs.
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One known remedy for coughs is mullein, whose characteristic flowers have anti-inflammatory properties that can be helpful in dry coughs and throat inflammation.
Mullein plant. Photo: Archives/El Universal
Whether taken as tea or vaporized, peppermint, like eucalyptus, has expectorant properties and helps relieve congestion in the body. In addition to being one of the most popular compounds in commercial flu medications.
This aromatic herb has antibacterial and antiviral properties that can help relieve pain caused by coughs and some fever symptoms.
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The name and color of this plant remind us of delicious candy, which contains polysaccharides and is an excellent ally in case of a sore throat.
Marshmallow root can help relieve flu symptoms. Photo: Archives/El Universal
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