– Step 1: Pour hot water into a bowl and add eucalyptus oil.

– Step 2: Lean over the bowl, covering your head with a towel to trap the steam.

– Step 3: Inhale deeply for 5-10 minutes.

Repeat twice daily to relieve congestion.

3. Turmeric and Warm Milk

Turmeric is loaded with curcumin, a potent anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial compound that helps reduce phlegm and boost the immune system.

Ingredients:

1 teaspoon of turmeric powder

1 cup of warm milk (dairy or plant-based)

A pinch of black pepper (enhances curcumin absorption)

1 teaspoon of honey (optional)

Instructions:

– Step 1:Mix turmeric and black pepper into warm milk.

– Step 2: Stir well and add honey if desired.

– Step 3: Drink before bedtime to promote healing and mucus clearance.

4. Saltwater Gargle

A simple but highly effective remedy, gargling with salt water helps reduce throat inflammation, clear excess mucus, and eliminate bacteria.

Ingredients:

1 teaspoon of salt

1 cup of warm water

Instructions:

– Step 1: Dissolve salt in warm water.

– Step 2: Gargle for 30 seconds and spit it out.

– Step 3: Repeat 2-3 times a day for relief.