01/6 Five home remedies to treat breathlessness
01/6 People who have experienced it, know that shortness of breath is an extremely uncomfortable experience. It can happen due to various reasons, including stair climbing, cold weather, underlying health conditions and being overweight. It can be a temporary or serious condition. If it happens occasionally with you, here are some home remedies you can try. But if it’s happening with you often, you must consult your doctor right away.
02/6 Ginger tea
Ginger tea can help calm you down. It helps soothe respiratory infection. The anti-inflammatory properties of ginger are great for reducing inflammation in the lungs. Also, if you are stressed occasionally, you can try ginger tea.
03/6 Black coffee
Black coffee works great in reducing the tightness in the muscles in the airways. It is great for people suffering from Asthma. It helps in improving lung functioning and helps in recovering from breathlessness.
04/6 Standing with a supported back
Stand with the support of the wall and let your hips rest on it. Keep your feet a little wide apart and hands by your thighs. Relax your shoulders and lean forward slightly and let your arms dangle in front of you.
05/6 Pursed lip breathing
Pursed lip breathing helps you breathe deeper. Here is how you can perform the exercise.
Sit down on the floor in a lotus position, keeping your back straight. Inhale deeply with your mouth and wait for 4-5 seconds. Purse your lips and breathe out for 4 seconds. Repeat it 10-15 times.
06/6 Sitting forward
Resting while sitting can also help you relax and improve your breathing. Sit on a chair and keep your feet flat on the floor. Now lean a little forward and rest your elbows on your knees. Hold your chin and let your neck and shoulders be relaxed. You
