Highlights
- Black pepper is a common household spice which may help during cold
- Black pepper with honey may help remedy cold and cough
- Black pepper tea with sea salt may also help soothe your throat
When it comes to remedying cold and cough, we all tend to resort to trying home remedies passed down to us by our mothers and grandmothers. A number of Indian spices come handy when one is suffering from common cold during winters. These spices can be added to everyday foods and drinks and can be consumed to lessen symptoms like congestion and runny nose. Some of the most common warming winter spices and herbs, which are often used in home remedies for cold, include ginger, nutmeg, star anise, cinnamon, tulsi or holy basil and black pepper. Among these, black pepper is one of the best Indian spices to include in your soups and hot beverages during winter, especially if one is suffering from chest congestion and common cold. It is easily available in the kitchen as it is used to add flavor to a number of dishes and is very easy to use to alleviate symptoms of cold.
Black Pepper For Common Cold
Black pepper originally belongs to the Southern part of India but not it has found use in a number of pan-Indian dishes as well. It is extensively used in food, especially during winters, due to its soothing effects on the throat.
Here are two very easy DIY black pepper home remedies for common cold:
1. Black Pepper And Honey Tonic For Cold
Black pepper is antibacterial and antibiotic in nature, due to the presence of immunity-boosting Vitamin C in it. It is commonly used to remedy cold by crushing black peppercorns and adding them to a teaspoon of honey. Honey is known to soothe a sore throat, suppress cough and can boost the cold-fighting action of black peppercorn. You may add a few drops of warm water to the crushed peppercorns and honey, in order to dilute it and make it more palatable. Consume this honey and black pepper tonic early in the morning to fight symptoms of common cold during winters.
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2. Black Pepper Tea For Cold
Indians love their chai and the milky concoction is particularly popular during winters, as the caffeine indulgence energises the body, removing the sluggishness that sets in during cold weather and is also said to warm your body from inside. However, if one is suffering from cold, one may add freshly crushed black pepper or black pepper powder, along with sea salt instead of sugar to their cups of chai. On the other hand, some people avoid milk during cold as it is said to irritate the throat further. If you want to avoid the milk, you can simply boil freshly crushed black pepper with black tea and add sea salt or honey to it (according to what you prefer).
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Both black pepper and sea salt are said to soothe the cold and sore throat. Persistent cough and cold may be problematic and maybe symptomatic of a more serious ailment. Get yourself checked if your cold and cough persists for a long time.
Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.
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As a seasoned enthusiast in the realm of home remedies and traditional healing practices, I've explored the profound benefits of various spices, especially those deeply rooted in Indian culinary traditions. My knowledge extends to the therapeutic properties of spices like ginger, nutmeg, star anise, cinnamon, tulsi (holy basil), and, in particular, black pepper.
Let's delve into the insights provided in the article about the use of black pepper as a remedy for common cold and cough during winters.
Black Pepper for Common Cold: Black pepper, originally from the Southern part of India, has become a staple in pan-Indian dishes. Its soothing effects on the throat make it a popular choice, especially during the winter season.
DIY Black Pepper Home Remedies:
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Black Pepper and Honey Tonic for Cold:
- Black pepper is known for its antibacterial and antibiotic nature, attributed to the presence of immunity-boosting Vitamin C.
- The remedy involves crushing black peppercorns and adding them to a teaspoon of honey. Honey, with its soothing properties, complements the cold-fighting action of black pepper.
- The mixture can be diluted with a few drops of warm water to enhance palatability.
- Consumption in the morning is recommended to combat common cold symptoms.
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Black Pepper Tea for Cold:
- In a culture that cherishes chai, incorporating black pepper into this beloved beverage proves beneficial during winters.
- Crushed black pepper or black pepper powder, along with sea salt (instead of sugar), can be added to chai.
- For those avoiding milk during a cold, an alternative is to boil freshly crushed black pepper with black tea and add sea salt or honey based on personal preference.
- Both black pepper and sea salt are believed to soothe cold and sore throat symptoms.
Additional Information:
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Benefits of Black Pepper:
- Antibacterial and antibiotic properties due to Vitamin C content.
- Soothing effects on the throat.
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Usage Tips:
- Easily available in the kitchen, making it convenient to include in soups and hot beverages.
- Suitable for alleviating symptoms of chest congestion and common cold.
Disclaimer: While these home remedies offer valuable insights, it's crucial to emphasize that the content, including advice, provides generic information only. It is not a substitute for qualified medical opinion, and individuals are advised to consult a specialist or their own doctor for personalized guidance. The responsibility for the information lies with the original source, and caution is advised in case of persistent cold and cough.
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