How to Get Rid of a Dry Cough
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Coughing is one of the most common health problems. It can be caused by allergies, dry air, a random tickle at the back of your throat that won’t go away, the aftermath of a cold, being in a dusty environment, etc. etc. Instead of turning to chemical solutions for every minor ailment, try some home remedies instead. Dry coughs caused by cold and flu viruses usually disappear quickly. However, seek medical advice if you:
- Suspect or know that your cough is caused by an underlying medical condition
- Cough up blood
- Feel short of breath or wheezy
- Suffer from asthma and experience a dry cough, especially at night
- Your cough does not improve within 7 days
- Are suffering from an unexplained persistent cough (one lasting longer than 3 weeks)
- Also feel tired or lethargic
- Experience fever
- Notice unexplained weight loss.
Here are three known pantry ingredients that can help that dry cough:
- Lemons can be used in a variety of ways for curing coughs. Lemons have properties that reduce inflammation and also provide a dose of infection-fighting vitamin C.
- Ginger is one of the most popular natural cures for a cough.
- Garlic has both antibacterial and antimicrobial components that help treat coughs.
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