Herbal remedies for cold are most effective and oldest treatments. These herbs are easy to obtain also. According to
World Health Organisation
, approximately four billion people use herbal remedies. Most of the people use
Echinacea
and
Goldenseal
for treating cold.
The following are the list of herbs that relieves the cold symptoms.
Echinacea:
Echinacea is the widely used herb in the treatment of cold by the Americans. This helps to fight against the viral and bacterial infections. It improves the immune system of the body. This herb can be accessed easily and has minimum side effects.
Side effects of echinacea include dizziness, stomach upset and, nausea. Serious side effects may include allergic reactions and worsens asthma symptoms.
Goldenseal:
It is combined with others herbs. Its antibacterial properties checks mucous membranes disorders. It enhances immune system. It fights with sore throats, fever, sinus, lung congestion and, swollen lymph.
Garlic:
It is a good remedy for all infections in chest. It works excellently for colds, ear infections, flu and reduces mucous. It can also be used with antibiotics. It prevents the growth of bacteria and viruses in the body. Garlic has vitamins like vitamin A, C and E. This supports immune system also.
Ginseng:
This herb increases the mental and also physical efficiency. It increases the resistance power to overcome stress and diseases. Ginseng increases the count of white blood cell, if they are low. It also gives sedative effect when the body needs sleep. This improves the functioning of immune system and also resistant to infections.
Hyssop:
It is effective in treating the respiratory problems, lung infections and, bronchitis. This is a strong expectorant and hence relieves from congestion, hoarseness and, cough.
Licorice Root:
Licorice works directly on inhibiting virus and also improves the immune system. It works efficiently in treating lung congestion, bronchial problems, throat irritations and, coughs.
Elderberry:
It is a powerful stimulant for immune system. Elderberry relieves the symptoms of cold and flu. This is an effective remedy for cough. This reduces pain and swelling in the throat. Elderberry also helps in treating sinus congestion.