how to make kadha for cough and cold - #24365

Preparing a classic kadha for cough and cold can be an effective way to manage those symptoms using ayurvedic methods. Indeed, many of these ingredients help fight cold symptoms by boosting your immune system and soothing the throat.

To prepare a simple kadha at home, start with the following ingredients:

- Water: 2 cups - Fresh ginger: about 1-inch piece, bruised - Turmeric powder: 1/2 teaspoon - Black pepper: 5-6 whole peppercorns or 1/2 teaspoon ground - Clove: 2-3 pieces - Cinnamon: half-inch stick - Holy basil (Tulsi) leaves: 7-8 leaves - Honey: 1-2 teaspoons (optional, to taste) - Lemon juice (optional, a few drops for taste)

Combine the water and all the spices and herbs except honey and lemon in a pot. Boil this mixture until it reduces to about a cup, which takes approximately 10-15 minutes. This concentrates the flavors and beneficial compounds. Strain the kadha into a cup, then let it cool a bit. You can add honey or a few drops of lemon juice to taste, but try and take it warm. If bitterness is an issue, honey helps smooth it out.

A note of caution: people with specific conditions like ulcers or hyperacidity should be careful with strong spices and take them under guidance. Always consider your doshic balance and consult a physician if you’re unsure.

Take the kadha 1-2 times daily, especially in the morning or before bed. It may help soothe your symptoms over the next few days. Remember though, chronic coughs that persist might need further medical attention, would recommend observing your symptoms and how they evolve.