Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for cold.
Disease symptoms: Runny nose, coughing.
Ingredients: 5 g bulb of Pyaj (Allium cepa L.).
Preparation: Crush the bulb and extract the juice and add 7 drops of juice in water.
Dosage/Application: Consume mixture after meal twice daily till cure.
Precaution: Avoid cold food.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in the local market.
Suggested Reading(s):
Kumar, K. S., Bhowmik, D., Chiranjib, B., & Tiwari, P.
(2010). Allium cepa: a traditional medicinal herb and its health
benefits. Journal of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research, 2(1),
283-291.
