Ah, dealing with a nagging dry cough can be so annoying! You’re on the right track with ginger tea and saltwater, but if those aren’t working, let’s get into some tried and tested Ayurveda ideas.
Tulsi, Mulethi, and Peppermint are indeed useful, you’re spot on there. Tulsi tea can be made by just boiling fresh or dried Tulsi leaves for about 10 mins, then sip it slowly to soothe your throat. Now for Mulethi, which is also called licorice root, you can make a powder and mix about a teaspoon with warm water or honey, take it morning and evening. Peppermint helps with its menthol content and opening up respiratory pathways; steep peppermint leaves in hot water and breathe the steam, or drink as tea.
Steaming is indeed helpful. Just boil water in a large pot and add a few Eucalyptus oil drops, keep your face over it (a safe distance), cover your head with a towel, and inhale deeply. A humidifier keeps the air around you moist, which is excellent for dry coughs, especially if the air’s cold and dry.
For an additional tip, you might wanna try some warm milk with Turmeric—it’s like golden milk. Heat a cup of milk, add half a teaspoon of turmeric powder, and drink it before bed. Its anti-inflammatory properties do well for a scratchy throat.
And diet’s always a thing! Avoid cold foods and drinks. Preferrably stick to warm, soothing foods like soups, broths, khichdi. Keep spicy foods and dairy moderation as they might increase throat irritation for some.
Hopefully you’ll start feeling better soon, but if that dry cough sticks around for too long or gets worse, it’s wise to check in with a healthcare professional just to be safe. But give these a whirl and listen to how your body responds.
