Herbs and spices are used in Ayurveda according to their therapeutic actions through guna (quality), rasa (taste), virya (energy) and vipaka (post-digestive effect). The most spices have healing benefits such as enhance digestion, absorption and assimilation of food, improve appetite and elimination, create balance in doshas etc.
Let your kitchen be your pharmacy.
Make this paste for relieving cough. Tickling sensation in the throat, dryness, or irritation can all cause cough.
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon finely ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin powder
5 drops of lime juice
2 table spoon of raw honey
Preparation:
Mix the above ingredients and make a paste.
To use:
Take 1⁄4 teaspoon of the mixture every 30 min. Let it dissolve in the mouth.
For dry cough without much mucus, make Talisadi tea.
Ingredients:
1⁄2 teaspoon of Talisadi powder
1⁄2 teaspoon of Licorice powder
A cup of water
A little of raw honey (optional)
Preparation: Bring water to a boil. Add Talisadi and licorice powder to the boiling water. Allow to steep for 3-5 minutes. Allow to cool before adding honey.
To use: Enjoy the tea when it is warm. One or two cups per day in separate serving.
Talisadi and licorice powder are available to purchase at Harmony Within. Contact Rieko. Stay well, take good care of yourself, so we can all take care of each other. Wishing you cough and cold free season.
* Please note that these claims have not been approved by the TGA. The information provided is not meant to be used to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, not a substitute for the advice of a health professional. IF SYMPTOMS PERSIST, TALK TO YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. We do not accept any liability or responsibility for any injury, loss or damage caused by use of the information provided. You should obtain advice relevant to your particular circumstances from a health professional.
Rieko is a certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, professional member of Australasian Association of Ayurveda, and certified yoga teacher. Feel free to be in touch for your questions, consultation bookings or how Ayurveda and Yoga can help achieving your wellness goals.
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