According to ayurvedic thought, the causes for cough and cold include irritation of the kapha by consuming cold or fried items. Kapha is one of the three humors of the body in ayurveda and is similar to the concept of phlegm in Western thought on the humors. The other two humors in ayurvedic medicine are called vata and pitta. It is when there is an imbalance in these humors that various diseases and conditions develop. It is also possible for cough and cold to be the result of the changing seasons.
Here are some things that, according to ayurvedic thought, should be avoided while you have a cough and cold as they are thought to aggravate the condition:
- Cold: food, drinks, showers, air conditioning
- Sweets: juices, pastries, candies
- Milk Products: like cheese and yogurt
- Meat Products
- Breads and Nuts
- Sleeping during the day
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