How to treat thick phlegm in my chest that won't go away after using ginger, tulsi, and licorice root? - #55450

Persistent thick white phlegm for more than 6 months usually indicates an aggravated Kapha dosha with mucus accumulation in the chest and respiratory channels. Since ginger, tulsi, and licorice have not given enough relief, your body may now need a more targeted Ayurvedic approach rather than continuing the same remedy daily for months. Ayurvedic Recommendations 1. Reduce Kapha-forming foods Avoid: Cold drinks and iced water Excess dairy, cheese, yogurt at night Fried, oily, heavy foods Bananas and excessive sweets Prefer: Warm water through the day Light freshly cooked meals Soups with black pepper and cumin Warm herbal teas 2. Helpful Ayurvedic Herbs these are commonly used for chronic phlegm: Sitopaladi Churna with honey Talisadi Churna Trikatu Churna (helps break thick mucus) Vasavaleha for chest congestion Kanchanar Guggulu in chronic Kapha conditions Since licorice (Yashtimadhu) is naturally soothing and slightly heavy, prolonged use in some people can sometimes increase mucus tendency, so it may not suit everyone long-term. 3. Simple Home Remedies Take warm water with a pinch of dry ginger and black pepper after meals Steam inhalation with tulsi or ajwain once daily Gargle with warm salt water at night Avoid sleeping immediately after dinner 4. Lifestyle Support Daily brisk walking or mild sweating exercise helps liquefy Kapha Practice deep breathing and pranayama like Anulom Vilom Keep chest and throat protected from cold air

For increased plegum production u may start with Vasasav 10 ml-0-10ml after food Kantakari powder half teaspoon with warm water twice a day after food Avoid curd , oily food articles Thank you