Herbs
Due to increased Air pollution now a day maximum population of earth is breathing in bad air, which leads to breathing problems and various respiratory related issues. There are many herbs which are beneficial for healthy Lungs , few of them are Vasa, Pushkarmool, Tulasi, Pipali , Kali mirich .
1. Vasa ( Adhatoda vasica ) :
Vasa is a natural Expectorant (promotes expectoration ) & is good for lungs due to its Antitussive (relieves a cough), Bronchodilator, Anti-bacterial & Anti-inflammatory properties. Decoction of leaves of Vasa useful in irritation of throat.
2. Pushkarmool (Inula Racemosa) :
Pushkrmool is considered as best herb in cough , cold, dysphonia & hi-cough due to its Expectorant & Bronchodilator properties.
3. Tulasi (Ocimum tenuiflorum)
Tulasi has natural anti-microbial properties and is prescribed in cough, cold and congestion in chest due to its bronchodilator properties. It is also an immunomodulatory & antitussive property.
4. Pipali ( Piper Longer) :
Pipali has powerful effect on respiratory system. It has shown rejuvenating effect on Lungs & respiratory system. It is also an anti-oxidant .
5. Kali mirich(Black pepper/ Piper nigrum) :
Black piper has anti-asthmatic, anti-inflammatory & anti-allergic properties and good in cough , cold like symptoms. It can be used in curriery , drink or can be used a pinch on snacks too.