Ginger: Contains gingerol and shogaol, which are powerful anti-inflammatory compounds that help soothe the respiratory tract and reduce the risk of infection.
Ginger can reduce symptoms of cough, nasal congestion and sore throat by inhibiting the activity of disease-causing bacteria and viruses. Ginger also helps dilate bronchi, supporting the respiratory process, especially beneficial for people with asthma and chronic bronchitis.
Ginger soothes sore throat, reduces cough.
Anti-inflammatory and increase respiratory resistance.
You can drink honey ginger tea in the morning.
Use fresh ginger in soups, stews or mix with warm water.
Turmeric: The curcumin in turmeric has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant effects and protects lung tissue from damage caused by pollution and viruses.
Curcumin has the ability to reduce the production of inflammatory cytokines, thereby supporting the treatment of respiratory diseases such as pneumonia, bronchitis and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Turmeric helps protect the lungs from damage caused by bacteria and viruses.
Helps reduce respiratory inflammation.
You can drink warm turmeric milk in the evening to increase resistance. Use turmeric in cooking or making turmeric tea with honey.
Garlic: Is one of the spices with strong antibacterial properties, thanks to its allicin - a compound that helps kill disease-causing bacteria, viruses and fungi.
According to research from the US National Institutes of Health (NIH), garlic can help reduce the risk of flu by 63% and shorten the duration of the disease to 70% thanks to its ability to boost immunity. Garlic also helps reduce inflammation in the lungs, which is beneficial for people with bronchitis and asthma.
Benefits: Antibacterial, reduce the risk of flu. Helps kill bacteria in the respiratory tract.
You can eat raw garlic or garlic soaked in honey to increase resistance. Use garlic in stir-fried dishes, soups or stews.
Basil: Basil contains eugenol and camphene, which are compounds that have a soothing effect on the throat, reduce cough and support the respiratory tract.
According to research from the Indian Medical Association (ima), basil oil helps to reduce phlegm, reduce nasal congestion and clean the lungs, especially useful for people with colds, sinusitis and pharyngitis.
Benefits: Reduces cough and nasal congestion. Soothes sore throat, supports the respiratory system.
How to use: Drink basil tea with honey to soothe the throat. Use basil leaves in soups or smoothies.
Cinnamon: Contains cinnamaldehyde, a powerful antibacterial and viral compound that helps protect the respiratory system from infection.
Cinnamon can help inhibit the growth of bacteria that cause respiratory diseases, while reducing pneumonia and enhancing lung function. Cinnamon also helps keep the body warm, improves blood circulation, and is very useful in the cold season.
How to use: Drink honey cinnamon tea in the morning.
Use cinnamon in cooking or smoothies.
