Lifestyle Desk: Monsoon season brings with it coolness and relief, but during this time, frequent changes in temperature and humidity can also increase problems like cold and cough. Problems like blocked nose, sore throat, phlegm, heaviness in the head and slight swelling on the face can increase the problem, especially at night. In such situations, many people resort to home remedies. One of these easy methods is a hot bundle prepared from 3 things, whose steam and warmth can provide temporary relief from blocked nose and stiffness around the face. Let us know how to make it and its benefits.
Potli will be prepared easily at home
For this you need celery, rock salt and a little mustard oil. First of all take a clean cotton cloth. Lightly heat celery and rock salt in a pan. Add a few drops of mustard oil to it and mix well. Now put this hot mixture in the middle of a cloth and tie it like a bundle. Keep in mind that the mixture should not be too hot. Before using the bundle, check the temperature on the skin of the hand, so that there is no risk of burning.
use it like this
Before sleeping at night, this bundle can be used for light application around the nose, cheeks and forehead. In case of blocked nose, some people may feel relief in breathing due to the warmth of the bundle and the aroma of celery. Use it gently for a few minutes. Do not apply the bundle very close to the eyes or in very hot conditions.
A warm compress on the chest during cough and cold may also feel soothing, but do not keep it directly on the skin for long. Take special care in case of children.
You can get relief from puffiness also
During cold and cough, heaviness or slight puffiness may be felt around the face. In such a situation, mild warmth can help in reducing stiffness and discomfort for some time. However, it is not a cure for any infection and there can be many other reasons for facial swelling.
Caution is necessary
The relief provided by home remedies may vary from person to person. It is not a cure for flu or any viral infection. It is important to consult a doctor if there is high fever, difficulty in breathing, severe chest pain, continuously worsening symptoms or no relief for several days. Avoid skin burns when using hot potli and do not apply it directly to eyes or sensitive skin.
In this way, this easy home remedy can give temporary relief to some people during cold and cough during monsoon, but it should not be considered a substitute for treatment.
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