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Herbal treatment for Cough & Cold

By : Ms. Suruchi Devi, Hazaribag, Jharkhand

Innovation Description

The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for cough & cold.
Disease symptoms: U
pper respiratory tract infection, cough, sore throat, sneezing
Ingredients: 100 g fresh leaves of Tulsi (
Ocimum tenuiflorum L. ).            
Preparation: Collect and wash the leaves.
Dosage/Application: Consume the leaves once daily until relief.
Ingredient's availability: The plant is available in nearby places.


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.

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