Top Herbal Remedies for Influenza and Pneumonia

Introduction

Pneumonia is an infection in the lungs. It is mainly caused by viral or bacterial infection. It can also be caused by bacterial, viruses or parasites. In this disease, parts of one or both lungs become swollen and the lungs also get filled with water.

Types of pneumonia

• Bacterial pneumonia
• Viral pneumonia
• Mycoplasma pneumonia
• Chronic pneumonia
• Aspiration pneumonia
• Fungal pneumonia

Cause of pneumonia

• Virus: Influenza virus, Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), Adenoviruses
• Bacteria: Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenza and Mycoplasma pneumonia
• Aspiration: Inhaling food, Liquids, vomit or other substance into the lungs can lead to aspiration pneumonia
• Chemicals
• Smoking

SYMPTOMS OF PNEUMONIA

• Cough, chest pain, fever and difficulty in breathing
• Weakness and feels tired.
• Cough with mucus.
• Sweating accompanied by fever.
• Difficulty in breathing, the patient starts breathing rapidly or loudly.
• Patient loses or stops feeling hungry.
• Drop in blood pressure
• Coughing up blood
• Palpitations
• Nausea and vomiting

Pneumonia Diagnosis

• Blood test
• Chest Xray
• CT scan
• Sputum test
• Bronchoscopy

Natural herbs remedies for pneumonia

Garlic

It has antimicrobial, antiviral properties that fight against viruses, bacteria and fungi. It decreased body temperature and works to expel phlegm from the chest and lungs. Drink a boiled milk, water and garlic mixture with honey and take thrice daily to treat the condition.

Ginger

It has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties and may help relieve symptoms like coughing and congestion

Licorice root

It has anti-inflammatory properties and may help soothe sore throat and cough.

Eucalyptus

Its oil can used in steam inhalation to help ease congestion and promote easier breathing

Fenugreek seed

The mucolytic properties of fenugreek provide relief from the body congestion. Boiling fenugreek seeds in 1 glass of water in 5 minutes. Filter it and drink it.

Turmeric

Turmeric acts as a mucolytic to remove mucus from the respiratory tract. Its antiviral and antibacterial properties help fight infections. Apply a paste of turmeric powder and warm mustard oil on your chest or Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder to a 1 glass of water and boiling it in 5 minutes. Strain and serve with honey

Tulsi and Black pepper

Both these elements are beneficial for your lungs. They help in treating pneumonia. Extract the juice from basil leaves. And know add a pinch of black pepper into it and mix well,  Drink it every 4 hours

Influenza

Introduction

Influenza is a common viral infection that affects the respiratory tracts. Flu or infuenza primarily affects the body organs including the nose , throat, bronchi, lungs etc. Flu is a contagoious disease that quickly spreads from one man to another.

Cause of influenza virus

The flu is caused by the influenza virus. Tiny airborne droplets emitted when someone cough or sneezs are the main wayn that the virus is spread. You run the risk of getting infected with flu if you touch ypour mouth, nose, eyes after coming ointo contact withsomething that has the virus.

Types of influenza virus

Influenza type A

Influenza type B

Influenza type C

Symptoms

• Fever
• Chills
• Dry cough
• Sore throat
• Headache, muscle ache and joints pain
• Feeling tired
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Loss of appetite

Herbal remedies for influenza virus

Ginger

It has anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic properties. It helps to boost your immune system to protect your body from viruses which cause the influenza infection

Honey

It is the best immune booster and it also helps to reduce the symptom of common flu. It has also antibacterial and antimicrobial properties which can speed up the healing process.

You can simply take 1 tablespoon of honey with lukewarm water 2-3 times a day.

Peppermint

It is the best herb which provides relief from headache during influenza. It provides relief from cough and sore throat. It has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect which reduces the swelling in the throat

Chop the fresh leaves of peppermint and boil them in one cup of water for 10 minutes. Strain and then add half teaspoon of honey to it, drink this 2-3 times a day