Decoction for cold and cough

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I make this decoction (kadha) regularly. This not only boosts immunity against cold and cough but also helps soothe a common cold, sore throat, and congestion.

Ingredients:

• 2 small cups of water

• 1 cinnamon stick

• 1 bay leaf

• ½ tsp grated ginger or ½ tsp dry ginger powder

• 4 cloves

• 1 small cardamom

• ½ tsp crushed black pepper

• ½ tsp turmeric powder

• A pinch of rock salt

• Around 10 tulsi leaves or 1 tsp tulsi powder

Method:

Mix all the above ingredients and boil till it reduces to half. Sieve it with a tea strainer. Add ½ tsp jaggery powder or 1 tsp honey and drink when it is hot. Have it once or twice a day. This decoction should be taken preferably before going to bed.