How To Treat Bronchitis The Natural Way

Bronchitis can occur due to a viral infection or abnormal mucus production. Smokers suffer from it chronically.

There are natural remedies available both orally and topically that can be very helpful in combating the symptoms of bronchitis and improving your condition.

Inflammation of the airways to the lungs (bronchi) is a very common problem in winter. In this article we will explain how to treat bronchitis in a natural way.

All you need to know about bronchitis

It is an inflammation or obstruction of the bronchi caused by the same virus that causes coughs and colds, as well as fungi or bacteria.

In many cases bronchitis is a continuation of a common flu, when it is not treated properly or when the patient has weak defenses.

If it is not healed in time, it can cause pneumonia which can be fatal.

Bronchitis can be:

• Acute. It lasts a few weeks and is caused by a virus or bacteria
• Chronicle. It is the result of continuous irritation of the lungs, for example, dear to smokers or those who are in contact with infectious agents.

The main symptoms of this disease are:

• Phlegm
• Dry cough
• Itchy throat
• Noises and difficulty in breathing
• Fatigue and general malaise
• Pain in the chest and fever

Home remedies for bronchitis

If you are suffering from several of the symptoms related to this disease, it would be good to see a doctor. In addition to resting and following the professional’s instructions, you can improve your condition with natural recipes:

Eucalyptus oil

It has the ability to reduce headaches and clear the airways.

• Put a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil on a tissue and inhale it several times a day. Fight germs and get rid of coughs.
• You can also inhale eucalyptus vapor. Heat a pan of water with a few drops of this oil. Breathe as closely as possible through your nose.

In a few minutes you will be able to expel mucus more easily.

Onion soup

When we have the flu we can take advantage of the antibacterial properties of the onion. It is the same if we suffer from bronchitis.

Ingredients

• 3 onions
• 1 clove
• 2 tablespoons of brown sugar (12 g)
• 1 sprig of thyme
• 4 cups of water (1 liter)
• 1/2 cup of milk (125 ml)

Preparation

• Peel and slice the onions then put them in a saucepan.
• Add the cloves, sugar and thyme.
• Add the water until all the ingredients are covered.
• Cook over low heat for 2 hours.
• Filter then let cool.
• Then heat the milk and put it in a cup.
• Pour the onion mixture, already filtered, until the container is filled.
• Drink as soon as possible.
• Repeat this twice a day.

Garlic

Garlic is antibacterial and antiviral. Thanks to these properties it can help us if we suffer from bronchitis. It is particularly effective for chronic bronchitis caused by allergies, as it provides quercetin, a natural antihistamine.

Some people eat a clove of raw garlic on an empty stomach every morning, but others choose to add it to their meals.

Hot infusions and soups

There is nothing more comforting when we are sick than a hot cup of tea or soup.

They have the ability to hydrate the throat and this results in less irritation, pain or itching when coughing.

• Try with a ginger or honey infusion, vegetable soup, or a cup of warm milk with honey before bed.

Gargles of water and salt

They can be a bit disturbing, but the good news is that they soothe the inflammation in the throat and reduce the accumulated phlegm. Thus the membranes and the respiratory tract will be less irritated.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of water (250 ml)
• 1 teaspoon of salt (5 g)

Preparation

• Heat a cup of water and add a teaspoon of salt to it.
• Mix well.
• When it has reached a bearable temperature, gargle, being careful not to swallow the water.
• Repeat several times a day.

Nettle

This wild plant has many benefits. For example, it is used to treat asthma and allergies. It also helps people who suffer from acute bronchitis.

It is consumed as an infusion that we can prepare very easily.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of water (250 ml)
• 2 tablespoons of dry nettle leaves (20 g)
• 1 tablespoon of honey (25 g)

Preparation

• Place the water in a saucepan and bring it to a boil.
• Then pour it into a cup with the nettle leaves.
• Cover and let stand for 15 minutes.
• Then, filter and sweeten with honey.
• Drink as hot as possible, at least twice a day.

Almonds

These dried fruits contain many nutrients (among them calcium, potassium and magnesium) which fight bacteria and germs responsible for bronchitis.

You can consume them in different ways: minced, in vegetable milk, mixed with orange juice or hot milk. We recommend that you crush them, to prevent them from irritating the throat while eating them.

Flour and honey poultice

In addition to the external home remedies to treat bronchitis, there are also other external medications or remedies that can help you well. This is the case with this poultice.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of water (250 ml)
• 1 cup of flax flour (150 g)
• 2 tablespoons of honey (50 g)

Preparation

• In a saucepan, boil the water then remove it from the heat.
• Gradually add the flour, stirring constantly, to obtain a dough.
• Then add the honey and mix well.
• Pour a tablespoon or two on a clean, dry gauze.
• Fold the ends of the fabric to prevent the contents from escaping.
• Apply directly to the patient’s chest, then remove when it has cooled.
• Repeat several times a day.