Comfort food for cough

When the cough settles in, it can become really annoying.

Unfortunately, it is difficult to find compelling evidence that certain foods can cure cough or that a particular diet could prevent or reduce the severity of upper respiratory infections⁴⁶. But, there are some natural remedies that may help to relieve the cough.

Honey

Did you know that honey is believed to prevent the growth of bacteria, viruses, yeast, and reduce inflammation?
A study has found that honey significantly reduces the frequency and severity of cough.⁴⁷
Besides being natural, honey also tastes good!⁴⁸

Thyme

Thyme leaf has been used used for cosmetic and medical purposes across the world.
Traditional uses of thyme include relieving coughs and upper respiratory congestion.
An expert panel in Germany has approved thyme for symptoms of bronchitis, whooping cough, and inflammation of upper respiratory tract mucous membranes.⁴⁹

Chicken soup

Chicken soup has been shown to bear anti-inflammatory properties that may help prevent certain cold symptoms.
Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, chicken soup has been shown to be cough relief.⁵⁰

Ginger

Ginger is a known food for cough relief as it helps prevent coughs, colds and flu and act as an immunity booster.
As it helps in soothing upper respiratory tract infections, ginger helps with cough, sore throats, and bronchitis.
Drinking it with honey and lemon is a popular cold and flu remedy.⁵¹

Spicy Food

You’ve heard it right! Spicy food improves your cough.
Capsaicin is the pungent ingredient found in chili fruits.
One effect of capsaicin is decreasing cough symptoms.
After a very spicy diet, many patients found their cough improving.⁵²