Tag: Cough

Whooping cough or pertussis is an infectious cough which starts off like a common cold. But as the infection progresses, it leads to violent fits of coughing with a "whooping" or whistling sound. Currently, about 1 million cases of whooping cough are reported every year, mostly among adults and adolescent. The condition can be deadly for babies and adults with immune system issues.

Both COPD and asthma are respiratory disorders caused by inflammation. COPD results from macrophages and neutrophils, and asthma from eosinophils. In asthma, the airways become inflamed and irritable in response to an allergen, and in COPD the lungs get damaged by certain irritants. In asthma, airflow can be restored, but in COPD, airflow is temporarily restored or not restored at all.

A sore and scratchy throat are often the first signs of a cold. Viral, bacterial or fungal infection cause sore throat. However, throat irritation...

Kegel exercises are designed to strengthen the pelvic muscles. One needs to ascertain whether his pelvic floor is really weak. Signs of a weak pelvic floor include poor sex drive, pelvic pain and bowel disorders. Determining which quadrant of your pelvic floor will help lock in on the right type of kegel or anti kegel exercise for you.

Onion syrup - Peel onion skin, cut into 4 pieces. Add to a pot of water and boil. Cook until half the water is left. Cool and strain. Drink twice a day. Turmeric remedy - add 1/2 tsp of turmeric water to 1/2 tsp table salt and 1 cup hot water. Use as a throat gargle. Ginger remedy - Chop into fine pieces. Add to 1 cup water, boil till half the water is left. Strain the liquid.

Whooping cough (pertussis) is a highly contagious bacterial infection of the upper respiratory system—specifically, the area where the nasal passages meet the back of the throat...

Of all the herbs that have traveled the globe to enliven our palate and improve our health, Black pepper is the herb that has...

Pineapple juice contains bromelain and kills bacteria. One cup of pineapple juice contains nearly 50% of the daily requirement for vitamin C intake. Drinking pineapple juice helps soothe a sore throat and aids the body to expel mucous easily. Raw extracts from pineapple could decrease mucus five times faster than over-the-counter cough syrups.

Lung infections have been at all-time highs in the last six months and the various and extended symptoms have many wondering why recovery time...

Cough and cold is a common problem for children of the house, especially during the seasonal changes. Thus it is necessary to take proper...