Question: Hi... I m 8weeks pregnant and suffering from cold and cough... What medicines should I take
Answer: Hello Dear
Do not try any medicines during pregnancy without your doctor's permission.You can try these home remedies:-
You can also use following best home remedies for cold during pregnancy :
•During pregnancy, it’s best to consume 1 crushed, raw garlic clove with each meal.
•Water is good when you have a cold. Staying hydrated will replace the fluids you lose due to your runny nose and sweating.Drinking water will also clear mucus buildup.
•Mix fresh lemon juice and some honey (to sweeten) in a glass of warm water. Sip it while it is warm to ease the discomfort.
Cough during pregnancy
You can use following best home remedies for cough during pregnancy :
Basil leaves and honey for cough during pregnancy
A teaspoon of a paste made of basil leaves and honey can prove beneficial in soothing the symptoms. Alternatively, you can boil basil leaves in water, strain, add honey and drink. Honey subdues the pain in the throat.
lemon, salt and black pepper
Suck a slice of lemon with salt and black pepper on it to reduce the intensity of cough.
Eat garlic for treating cough
Eat garlic with meals 2-3 times a week to seek relief.
Onion juice and honey for cold and cough
Onion juice mixed with honey also acts as a good cold and cough syrup.
Almonds, sugar and butter for cough
A paste of soaked almonds (without their cover), sugar and butter is a potent remedy for dry cough.
Chicken soup for cold and cough
Chicken soup with onions and vegetables is nutritious as well as helpful in reducing soreness.
Gargle with salt water for cold and cough
Warm, salt-water gargles draw out the mucus and reduce the painful swelling in the throat. Salt also quells the itching sensation in the throat. Gargles with warm water mixed with lemon juice and honey are equally effective.
Humidifier cough
Inhale steam vapours through a humidifier or from a pot of boiling water as it loosens the mucus and soothes an irritated throat.
These home remedies for coughing during pregnancy are very useful and effective but excessive amounts of some ingredients in these remedies may also be counterproductive. In case of a prolonged, it is advised to consult a doctor if these do not work.
Question: I m suffering from cold and indigestion from last night..what to do?pls suggest
Answer:
There are many effective, safe, and natural remedies for cough and cold during pregnancy, many of which can be used during a flu as well. Here is a list of things you can keep on hand in case you become sick:
Garlic – Part of the onion family, garlic is a powerhouse against the cold during pregnancy! In fact, in one study, daily consumption of a garlic supplement reduced people’s chance of a cold by over 60%! For those who did get sick, garlic helped them get better faster. During pregnancy, it’s best to consume 1 crushed, raw garlic clove with each meal. If your cold is acute, you could increase your garlic consumption to 1 crushed, raw clove per every 2-3 hours. I like to smear in raw honey for taste and added benefits.
Apple Cider Vinegar – Raw preferably. ACV alkalinizes the body and most illnesses can’t thrive in alkaline environments. It also contains good bacteria which helps to fight of infection.
Mix 1-2 tablespoons of ACV into water or tea and drink 3 times a day.Gargle ACV to soothe a sore throat.
Honey – raw, local honey is antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antiseptic. Take 1 tsp., three times a day
Onion – raw onion has phytochemicals that help keep the respiratory tract open. You can make a black bean or beef burger and top with lots of onions and mustard. You can add sauerkraut for an extra dose of probiotics!
Lemon – antibacterial. Also helps alkalinize the body. Rich in vitamin C. Take two lemons, juice and add to a quart Mason jar. Add filtered water and 1 TB of raw honey and a dash of sea salt for added minerals. Drink throughout day.
Asian Mushrooms (maitake, shitake, reishi) – Antibacterial and antiviral. I love this mushroom blend supplement! Check with your midwife or doctor to see if it’s safe for you.
Coconut oil – Antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal. You can add 1/8. tsp. of Peppermint extract to 2 TB of raw coconut oil. Mix well and add either 10 drops of stevia or 1 TB of raw honey. Mix well. Then spread thin on a piece of parchment paper. Put in freezer for 15 minutes. Eat as a yummy, Peppermint bark dessert!
Vitamins and minerals – especially vitamin D, vitamin A from cod liver oil or liver only, vitamin C, zinc and selenium. I love mixing 1 teaspoon of camu camu powder mixed in a 1/4 cup of yogurt with 1 teaspoon of raw honey. Mix well and eat. The yogurt provides probiotics to boot!
Clear, unsweetened liquids – Dehydration is more of a concern in pregnant women than in non-pregnant women so being diligent about staying hydrated is important. Homemade lemonade, bone broth, herbal teas, coconut water and this special electrolyte drink are all fantastic. Stay away from caffeine as this can further dehydrate you.
Homemade chicken soup – take your bone broth and cook in a pot with onion, carrots, celery, mushrooms, parsley and cut up chicken. Add sea salt for taste and mineral boost.
Warm salt water – use as a gargle for a sore throat or with a neti pot for congestion.
High quality probiotic – supports general health and good immune response. I like this one best
Question: I m suffering from cold.. What can I do.... Can I take medicine
Answer: Hello dear
Don't take any medicine in pregnancy without consulting ur doctor.
Remedies for cold:
1. Garlic:During pregnancy, it’s best to consume 1 crushed, raw garlic clove with each meal.
2. Apple Cider Vinegar :It also contains good bacteria which helps to fight of infection.
3. Honey:raw, local honey is antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antiseptic. Take 1 tsp., three times a day
4. Onion – raw onion has phytochemicals that help keep the respiratory tract open.
5. Lemon – antibacterial. Also helps alkalinize the body. Rich in vitamin C.
6. Use Coconut oil
7. Drink Homemade chicken soup
8. Gargle with Warm salt water