Home Remedies for [Chest Congestion]

Chest Congestion:

• Chest congestion refers to a feeling of heaviness and pressure in chest
• It occurs when there is an obstruction to the flow of oxygen into the lungs
• If neglected, it may lead to pneumonia or asthma

Symptoms to look for:

• Pressure in the chest
• Difficulty in breathing

Causes:

• Deposit of excess mucus and fluid in the lungs
• Common cold
• Respiratory infections
• Flu or viral infections
• Heart diseases

Natural home remedy using onion, lemon juice and honey:

1. Crush 1 onion to paste
2. Press this paste on a sieve and extract its juice
3. Add 4 tbsp lemon juice
4. Add 2 tbsp water
5. Add 2 tbsp honey
6. Mix well
7. Heat the mixture till it turns lukewarm
8. Have it thrice a day

Natural home remedy using milk, turmeric powder, black pepper powder and honey:

1. Take 1 glass hot milk
2. Add ½ tsp turmeric powder
3. Add a pinch of black pepper powder
4. Add 2 tsp honey
5. Mix well
6. Drink it hot

These remedies are based on the principles of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian science of healing, and are completely natural, non-invasive, and can be prepared at home. Consult your doctor if the symptoms persist. Refer to the terms of use.