This simple kadha can be made using everyday kitchen ingredients: Water, turmeric, fresh tulsi (holy basil) leaves, black pepper, cloves, a pinch of salt, a little sugar and tea leaves (optional).
How To Make The Kadha: Bring water to a boil, then add turmeric, black pepper, cloves, salt, sugar and tulsi leaves. Simmer the mixture on low heat until the water reduces to half the quantity. Strain it and enjoy it warm like tea. Tea leaves can be added if you prefer.
Why Many Families Still Trust It: This traditional recipe has been passed down through generations. Many grandparents still prepare it for children and family members during the monsoon as a comforting home remedy instead of reaching for cough syrups at the first sign of a cold.
How It May Help: Drinking the kadha warm may help soothe a sore throat, loosen mucus and provide comfort from cough and congestion. While it has a mildly spiced flavour, the balance of salt and sugar makes it easier to drink than many people expect.
A Few Things To Keep In Mind: This kadha is a traditional home remedy and is not a substitute for medical treatment. If symptoms are severe, persist for several days, or are accompanied by high fever or breathing difficulties, consult a healthcare professional.
Preparations
Boil water in a pan.
crush ginger, peppercorns and cloves
in the boiling water, add tulsi leaves and crushed ingredients
simmer the water, let it reduce to half its quantitystrain the mixture, add little honey/ gur, mix well and drink as hot as possible.
Do consult a Dr. if your cough/ cold persists long or is getting worse, as this is only a home remedy.