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does ghee increase cough - #25186

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I am really worried about my 7-year-old who’s been coughing for weeks now. We took him to the doctor last week and they said its probably just a common cold but I’ve been reading up on what foods to avoid during this time. Someone mentioned that ghee might actually be a problem if a person has a cough. I’m wondering, does ghee increase cough? We have ghee in almost every meal cause I read it’s super healthy and brings lots of benefits for kids. But with his continuous cough, I’m scared we might be making it worse. He really loves the taste but when he eats ghee with his rice, he seems to cough more afterwards. I mean, my mom swears by ghee for so many things. But should I be cutting it out and replacing it with something else for now? Or does ghee increase cough even when it’s in moderation? Trying to figure this out before it gets worse!

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Ghee is typically considered beneficial in many traditional Ayurvedic diets due to its nourishing qualities and ability to balance vata and pitta doshas, supporting digestion and boosting immunity. However, when it comes to cough, especially in kids, it's vital to consider your child's unique constitution, known as prakriti, and the nature of their cough. In Ayurveda, there are different types of coughs, linked to the doshas — vata, pitta, and kapha. If your child has a kapha-predominant cough, characterized by a lot of mucus or phlegm, ghee could potentially aggravate it. Ghee has oily, cool properties that, for some, might increase mucus production and lead to more coughing. But, it doesn't necessarily make everyone's cough worse; it largely depends on the individual's constitution and the specifics of their cough. If you've observed that your child’s cough seems to worsen after meals with ghee, consider reducing or momentarily eliminating it from his diet. Opt for lighter oils like sunflower or safflower oil until his cough improves. Meanwhile, focus on foods that balance kapha like warm vegetable soups and spices such as ginger, black pepper, turmeric, which can help reduce mucus and soothe a cough. It's key to keep monitoring what affects his coughing. Perhaps keeping a food diary could help you track any changes in symptoms based on alterations in diet. If your child’s cough persists despite dietary adjustments, continues beyond typical cold duration, or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms, consulting with a pediatrician again is wise to rule out underlying issues. Don’t forget, every child’s situation is distinct. Approaches might need adjustment if the cough doesn’t relate to diet, so don’t overlook other environmental or health-related factors!
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