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What are the different home remedies for ENT(Ear, Nose, Throat) problems? – Part 1

What is meant by ENT?
• ENT stands for Ear Nose and Throat.
• These parts can be affected by common conditions.
• An ENT specialist specializes in the disorders affecting the three areas.

Symptoms of ENT
The symptoms of ENT disorders:
• intense pain
• the infection can make it hard to chew
• the lymph nodes are in most cases swollen.
• fluid discharge
• fungal debris from the affected areas
• balance problems
• increased discharge of the nose
• headaches
• sinusitis
• fever
• fatigue
• congestion
• sore throat
• swallowing difficulties
• daytime drowsiness

Causes of ENT
• viral
• bacterial
• fungal

Home Remedies for ENT Disorders

1. Garlic as Home Remedy for ENT Disorders
• Garlic is one of the more popular home cures.
• Have chicken soup with lots of garlic or a drink made with raw crushed garlic to help with common cold.
• The patient should be given garlic cloves that are boiled in thirty grams of milk daily.
• The cold-fighting compound in garlic is thought to be allicin
• It has antibacterial and antifungal properties.
• Allicin is what gives garlic its distinctive hot flavor
• To maximize the amount of allicin, fresh garlic should be chopped or crushed and it should be raw
• It is also available in pill form.

2. Turmeric as Home Remedy for ENT Disorders
• Half a teaspoon of turmeric powder should be administered with half a glass of milk.
• It should be taken about two or three times daily.
• It acts best when taken on an empty stomach.

3. Kelp as Home Remedy for ENT Disorders
• Kelp has antibacterial and antiseptic properties.
• They are found to be very helpful in dealing with ENT disorders.
• It works by killing the bacteria.
• It is known to provide fast relief to those suffering from the disorders.
• It is best used in powdered form.
• Prepare tea which should be taken at least three times a day.

4. Ginger as Home Remedy for ENT Disorders
• Prepare a mixture of half a teaspoon of the powder of ginger, pepper, and cloves.
• Take this mixture, three times a day.
• It may also be taken with honey.
• It can also be taken as an infusion with tea.
• The mixture of these three ingredients has also antipyretic qualities.
• It is effective in reducing fever accompanying bronchitis.
• It also tones up the metabolism of the patient.
• Ginger root is another folk remedy for cough, colds and sore throat.
• It’s used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat coughs.
• It is also for colds accompanied by runny nose.
• Hot ginger tea is a popular home remedy for ENT disorders.
• Honey and lemon are sometimes added.

5. Honey and lemon and radish
• Blend radish, honey and lemon juice together in a blender.
• Mix for about 20 minutes and cook in small pan on less heat.
• Take one teaspoon of it in the morning daily.
• Lemon has healing and soothing properties.
• It soothes the pain, irritation and inflammation.
• The remedy can also be used in tea to make lemon tea.
• This is taken frequently during the day.

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What are different home remedies for Influenza?

What is meant by Influenza?
• Influenza is one of the most common health problems affecting thousands of men, women and children.
• It can be described as a viral infection that attacks the respiratory system.
• These include organs like your lungs, throat and nose.
• Most people commonly refer to this infection simply as “the flu”.
• This infection is highly contagious.
• People suffering from asthma, diabetes and heart diseases are most prone to this disease.

Symptoms for Influenza
• Runny nose
• Sore throat and throat irritation
• Nasal Congestion
• Muscle pain
• Mild to severe headaches
• Fever that is over 100 degrees F (38 degrees C)
• Weakness and fatigue
• Dry cough
• Sweats and chills

Home Remedies for Influenza

1. Warm water
• Gargling with warm salt water can help you loosen the phlegm in your airways.
• Simply add a spoon of salt to lukewarm water and gargle with it twice a day.
• Do it once in the morning and once in the evening.
• In addition to this, drink warm water with some turmeric.
• This will also help you to get rid of the infection and soothe the inflamed airways.

2. Fenugreek seeds
• Boil some fenugreek seeds in 250 ml of water.
• Remove from flame when one-third of it is left.
• Add one teaspoonful of ginger juice and one teaspoonful of honey in it.
• It is highly beneficial for the relief of congestion.

3. Onion juice and honey
• Mix equal amounts of honey and onion juice in a jar.
• Consume around 3 to 4 teaspoons of this mixture once a day.
• Administer this till the flu lasts.

4. Garlic
• Garlic is one of the more popular home cures for colds and congestion.
• Have chicken soup with lots of garlic or a drink made with raw crushed garlic to help with common cold.
• The patient should be given garlic cloves that are boiled in thirty grams of milk daily.
• The cold-fighting compound in garlic is thought to be allicin.
• It has antibacterial and antifungal properties.
• Allicin is what gives garlic its distinctive hot flavor.
• To maximize the amount of allicin, fresh garlic should be chopped or crushed and it should be raw.
• It is also available in pill form.
• Half a teaspoon of turmeric powder should be administered with half a glass of milk.
• It should be taken about two or three times daily.
• It acts best when taken on an empty stomach.

5. Ginger
• Prepare a mixture of half a teaspoon of the powder of ginger, pepper, and cloves.
• Take this mixture, three times a day.
• It may be coated with honey.
• It can also be taken as an infusion with tea.
• The mixture of these three ingredients has antipyretic qualities.
• It is effective in reducing fever accompanying bronchitis.
• It also tones up the metabolism of the patient.
• Ginger root is another folk remedy for cough, colds and sore throat.
• It’s used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat coughs.
• It is also for colds accompanied by runny nose.
• Hot ginger tea is a popular home remedy for cold symptoms and sore throat. Honey and lemon are sometimes added.

Diet for Influenza

1. Some of the foods that should be included in a diet for influenza:
• Leafy greens like spinach cabbage, Brussels sprouts and kale
• Broccoli
• Carrots
• Ginger
• Garlic
• Onions
• Grapefruit
• Oranges and orange juice
• Lemon
• Peppers

2. Some of the food items that should be eliminated from a diet for influenza:
• Spicy food
• Sugar and sweets
• Red meat or processed meat
• Refined flour and bakery products
• Alcoholic beverages
• Coffee, aerated drinks and other caffeinated beverages