Ginger for pneumonia | Home remedies for pneumonia

Ginger for pneumonia

Ginger is a plant that finds its way into the world of medicinal plants in many forms. The most common is the use of raw or cooked ginger as well as the preparation of ginger tea. In the context of pneumonia, ginger tea can be a valuable household remedy.

On the one hand, it allows a lot of liquid to be absorbed, and on the other hand, ginger tea has an anti-inflammatory effect in the mouth and throat area. However, ginger can also be eaten in small pieces or slices. Thus it unfolds likewise its anti-inflammatory effect. In addition, ginger can support the body’s immune cells by allowing its ingredients to adhere to their harmful waste products, thus making them more digestible. You can find detailed information on this topic at Effect of ginger

Curcuma in pneumonia

Turmeric is a plant from the ginger family and is used especially in the Asian region for seasoning food. Its exact medical uses have not yet been fully researched, but it is suspected to have an anti-inflammatory effect, which may also be useful in the treatment of pneumonia. However, if turmeric is taken orally, for example in food, a large part of the ingredients is excreted before the effect can occur in the body. Even if the effect of turmeric has not been clearly proven, it is still a promising medicinal plant. In our article you can read about the exact effect of turmeric: Turmeric (Curcuma domestica)

Garlic for the treatment of pneumonia

Garlic has been used as a medicinal plant for quite some time. In the treatment of pneumonia it can be used for both typical and atypical pneumonia, as garlic is effective against bacteria and viruses. Those who consume garlic frequently through food also know that some garlic is found in the air we breathe.

This is due to the fact that garlic is excreted through the lungs. This effect is often used to treat pneumonia. Garlic can thus be added to food, allowing the antibacterial and antiviral ingredients to reach the lungs directly via its natural excretion route. We also have a main page on garlic, where you can find information on the areas of application of garlic and its effects: Garlic – What you should know