Papaya in Cough and Cold - #6706
Recently, I caught a cold and have been dealing with a persistent cough and congestion. I came across a suggestion online that eating papaya can help with cough and cold symptoms. Is this true? Can papaya actually provide relief, or could it make things worse? I know that papaya is considered good for digestion and boosting immunity, but I’ve never heard of it being used for respiratory problems before. Should papaya in cough and cold be eaten raw, or is it better to prepare it in some specific way, like cooking it? I’m also curious if papaya in cough and cold is suitable for all types of people. My dosha is primarily pitta, and I don’t want to aggravate it by eating something that might be too heating for my system. Are there any dosha-specific recommendations when using papaya for cough and cold? What other Ayurvedic remedies would you suggest for congestion and a sore throat?
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