Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for cold.
Disease symptoms: Runny and stuffy nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, body aches, sneezing, low-grade fever, malaise.
Ingredients: 3 leaves of
Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum L.), 3 leaves of Apamarga (Achyranthes aspera L.), 3-4 fruits of
Kali Mirch (Piper nigrum L.) and 1 spoon cow ghee.
Preparation: Crush and fry the ingredients to prepare a paste.
Dosage/Application: Consume prepared paste twice daily for 3 days.
Ingredients' availability: The plants are available in nearby places. Cow ghee is available in the local market.
Suggested Reading(s):
Cohen M. M. (2014). Tulsi - Ocimum sanctum: a herb for all reasons. Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine, 5(4), 251–259.
Nahak, G., & Sahu, R. K. (2011). Phytochemical evaluation and antioxidant activity of Piper cubeba and Piper nigrum. Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science, 1(8), 153.
Verma, S. (2016). A review study on Achyranthes aspera (Amaranthaceae)-a valuable medicinal herb. Journal of Medicinal Plant Studies, 4(3), 06-07.
