Category
Cough & Cold
Time-tested remedies for cough, cold, sore throat, and congestion. From kadha to steam, this is the shelf families reach for first.
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Salt Water Gargle for Sore Throat
“Gala dukh raha hai? Namak pani se garare karo — do din mein theek!”
What Dadima checks first
Children Who Cannot Gargle Safely
until symptoms resolve
sore throat lasts 5+ days, white patches, difficulty swallowing
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The rest of the cough & cold shelf
Honey-Ginger Syrup for Dry Cough
“Beta, yeh lo. Shahad aur adrak — meri maa kehti thi, yeh cough ki sabse purani dawa hai.”
Avoid if Honey Allergy
See a doctor if cough persists beyond 7 days or with blood, fever
Turmeric Milk (Golden Milk)
“Beta, yeh doodh peelo. Ab duniya isko 'golden milk' kehti hai — humne 50 saal se piya hai!”
Avoid if Milk Allergy
See a doctor if cold persists 5+ days, high fever, severe aches
Ajwain Steam for Nasal Congestion
“Naak band hai? Ajwain steam lo — 5 minute mein khul jaayegi!”
Avoid if Asthma Without Approval
See a doctor if congestion beyond 10 days, severe headache, green discharge
Mint Steam for Sinus Relief
“Sinus ho gaya? Pudina ajwain ki bhap lo — bahut aaram milega!”
Avoid if Asthma Without Approval
See a doctor if severe pain, fever, thick discharge