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The most effective and natural home remedies for coughs made with cheap ingredients and that we generally have in our homes. But first let's talk a little about what cough is, the types of cough, so that we can choose the best remedy for our type of cough.
 

Why do we have a cough?

Coughing has multiple causes, the most common occurs when a virus irritates the respiratory tract between the throat and the lungs and this occurs so that the body is rid of harmful substances and thus be able to clean the passages.

It should be noted that there is also a chronic cough, which can be a sign of a serious disease and most people consider it as a simple and mere cough instead of a sign of the state of their health.
 

Types of Cough:

• Dry cough (or unproductive cough): is a cough that does not present any expectoration or sputum.
• Productive cough : unlike the dry one, it produces expectoration and phlegm.
• Asthmatic cough : it is a type of dry cough accompanied by respiratory distress caused by asthma.
• Acute cough : it is said like this when the cough begins suddenly.
• Chronic cough : is when a cough episode lasts more than 15 days. This type of permanent cough usually causes irritation of the trachea and larynx, due to the violent expulsion of air, it can even cause intercostal pain.
• Whooping cough : a violent cough, which is a very rapid succession of different episodes of coughing.
• False dry cough : it is when mucus is produced but instead of being swallowed it.
• Psychosomatic cough : it is a common type of cough in people who are very nervous or who start coughing when talking to others.
  

As for the simple cough, many people go directly to a pharmacy, without consulting a doctor, to buy some type of medicine to relieve it when in truth they are only wasting money because you can find a wide variety of home remedies that are so useful or even better than a pharmaceutical compound. Among the most effective we can find the following list. 

10 home remedies and natural treatments for coughs:

Simple, inexpensive ( FREE ) and effective things you can do when you have a cough.
 

Natural honey syrup

Scientific studies show that honey can be a very effective treatment for coughs and sore throats. It is a natural remedy par excellence. It can be taken directly but for even better results it is advisable to mix it with coconut oil and lemon juice. If you want, you can buy a natural cough syrup online.
 

Hot bath

The hot bath is recommended thanks to the steam as it works by softening the respiratory tract and in turn loosening nasal congestion and phlegm in the throat and lungs, but beware, if you suffer from asthma it can be contradictory. You can add drops of thyme, lemon, eucalyptus, peppermint, lavender, tea tree oil to the water.
 

Black pepper and honey tea

This remedy can be used for a wet cough. It consists of mixing pepper tea and honey, pepper helps circulation and the flow of phlegm while honey is a natural relief from coughs. It will be enough to use a teaspoon of pepper, two tablespoons of honey and put it all together in a cup and fill it with boiling water; It should be covered for 15 minutes.
 

Thyme tea

Thyme leaves are a powerful and effective remedy that calms coughs and in turn relaxes the muscles of the windpipe while reducing inflammation. You can also vaporize thyme essential oil to decongest and clean the environment
 

Drink a lot of water

Drinking a lot of water can relieve coughs as they help to remove mucus and keep the membranes moist.
 

Menthol cough drops

Menthol drops help to numb the throat which will be of great help in taming the cough reflex.
 

Suck on a lemon

Just cut a lemon in half and add salt and pepper; then suck it.
 

Mix tea

Mixing peppermint, hyssop or elderflower tea is a really effective cough remedy.
 

Ginger

The ginger has antistamínicas and decongestants capabilities, so you can make ginger tea by adding 12 slices of ginger in a pot with three cups of water and simmer about 20 minutes. Then, we will strain it and add a tablespoon of honey along with a squeezed lemon. Always let the infusions rest.
 

Licorice

Using licorice can help sore throats to soften. You can suck the licorice stick or put it to boil for 20 minutes and then strain it and add it in a glass together with honey and lemon.

How to prevent cough

In addition to learning how to treat a cough, you may want to learn how to prevent it in the first place. To protect against the flu, be sure to get your annual flu shot, usually starting in October. Other steps you can take include:

• Avoid contact with other people who are sick. If you know you are sick, avoid going to work or school so you don't infect others.
• Cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze.
• Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
• Clean the common areas of your home, work, or school often. This is especially true for countertops, toys, or mobile phones.
• Wash your hands often, especially after coughing, eating, going to the bathroom, or caring for someone who is sick.
  

With allergies, you can reduce flare-ups by identifying the allergens that affect you and avoiding exposure to them. Common allergens include trees, pollen, dust mites, animal skins, mold, and insects. Allergy shots are also helpful and can reduce your sensitivity to allergens. Talk to your doctor about which plan is right for you.
 

How to treat a cough in children?

• The first thing is to know what type of cough you have, if it is dry or with phlegm, in the case of dry cough humidifier or steam baths, honey syrup, natural licorice.
• If you have a dry cough, onion syrup is a pretty good remedy, it is made with onion, lemon juice and honey and you can grate a little ginger.
• This Syrup is also used for coughs with phlegm in the case of this, see the type of phlegm well since it may be necessary to go to the doctor below this explained.
• I leave you a video where you can see the whole process.
  

Other things to keep in mind

• If you are a smoker, you should stop that bad habit for at least a few days.
• The use of humidifiers especially in case of dry cough is of great help.
• In the case of cough with phlegm we must drink a lot of water.
  

When to go to the doctor?

Seek emergency medical treatment if your cough is affecting your ability to breathe or if you are coughing up blood. Respiratory tract infections involve body aches and fever, while allergies do not.

See your primary care physician if you experience the following symptoms in addition to a cough:

•     shaking chills
•     dehydration
•     fever over 38˚C
•     malaise, or a general feeling of malaise
•     Productive cough with foul-smelling, thick, green or yellow phlegm.
•     Feeling of general weakness
  

If you know of other remedies or have any questions, do not stop commenting, I hope the information collected here is useful for you.

IMPORTANT : This information is intended to supplement, not replace, the advice of your physician or healthcare professional and is not intended to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions, or adverse effects. This information may not fit your specific health circumstances. 

Never delay or ignore seeking professional medical advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on eco-things. You should always speak with a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any type of treatment.