Cold - #16959
Every time the weather changes, I get a cold. It starts with a slight scratchy throat, then a blocked nose, and by the second day, I’m sneezing nonstop. It’s the same pattern every time, and I end up feeling exhausted for days. Even if I take rest, drink warm water, and use steam, the cold just lingers. Sometimes, it turns into a cough that lasts for weeks. Last month, I got a cold again, and this time, my nose was so stuffed I couldn’t sleep properly. My head felt heavy, and I had this weird pressure around my sinuses. I went to the doctor, and they said it’s just a viral cold, nothing serious, and gave me antihistamines. But honestly, I don’t like taking too many medicines for something that keeps happening again and again. A friend told me Ayurveda can help strengthen immunity so I don’t keep catching a cold all the time. Are there Ayurvedic herbs or home remedies that can actually prevent frequent colds? Also, does Ayurveda look at cold as just an infection, or is it considered a sign of imbalance in the body? I’ve also noticed that whenever I eat cold foods, like yogurt or ice cream, I get a cold almost immediately. Is there something wrong with my digestion or immunity? Should I be avoiding certain foods to stop getting sick so often? I’m looking for something natural and long-term, not just a quick fix. Would love to know if there’s an Ayurvedic approach to making my body strong enough to fight off a cold without having to rely on medicines every time.
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