Pregnancy, Parenting and Beyond

Home treatment for adults Prevent dehydration . Fluids may help thin secretions and soothe an irritated throat. Dry, hacking coughs respond to honey in hot water, tea, or lemon juice. Elevate your head with extra pillows at night to ease a dry cough. Try a cough drop to soothe an irritated throat. Available in Sugar-free as well. Quit smoking and do not use other forms of tobacco, especially while you have a cough. Avoid exposure to inhaled irritants, such as smoke, dust, or other pollutants, or wear a face mask that is appropriate for the exposure. Many kinds of face masks are available. Check with your doctor or pharmacist to determine which type of face mask will provide you with the most benefit. If you suspect problems with stomach acid may be contributing to your cough, see the topic Heartburn . Apply Vicks vapor rub under your feet, wear thick socks and sleep; or elevate your feet. Sip up to feel better: Honey + Turmeric + Lemon juice 2 tablespoons of turmer...

Meal Plan for a Week. 　 Monday Breakfast: 3/4 cup bran flakes, any one fruit like apple or banana, 1 cup fat-free milk. Lunch : Replace white carbohydrates like rice, bread, potato or pasta with whole wheat bread or chapati, 1 piece of cheese, chicken, 1 teaspoon light mayonnaise, and salad greens or fruit. Dinner: Fish, steamed broccoli, grated cheese and fat free ice cream. Tip : Make sure to eliminate high carbohydrate foods and include fruits, vegetables and high protein food. Eating food in smaller portions rather than one big meal will be beneficial. Tuesday Start your day with a table spoon of lemon juice mixed with honey. Breakfast : Cereal with fat free milk. Lunch: 2 chapatis or a small bowl of rice with vegetables. Snack : Oat meal biscuits with tea (Try green tea, which is highly recommended for weight loss and health.) Dinner : Light dinner of salad or whole wheat bread sandwich. Tip : You can follow an easy diet plan in the following line. You are fr...