What foods can help relieve cough and expel phlegm in children?
Disease description:
This morning, I noticed that my child seemed to have a bit of a cough. A colleague mentioned that when coughing occurs, it can help to eat more foods that help relieve coughing and reduce phlegm. So, what are some suitable foods for children that can help alleviate coughing and reduce phlegm?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
Foods that help relieve cough and expel phlegm in children mainly include the following:
1. **Pears**: Rich in water and vitamin C, they help moisten the respiratory tract, dilute phlegm, and promote its expulsion.
2. **Oranges**: Contain volatile oils and limonene, which can increase respiratory mucosal secretions, relieve bronchial spasms, and assist in expectoration and cough relief.
3. **Radishes**: Have a cool nature and can clear internal heat toxins, reduce capillary permeability in the airway mucosa, and alleviate respiratory mucosal edema.
4. **Loquats**: Rich in vitamins, amino acids, and trace elements; the amygdalin content helps relieve cough and expel phlegm.
Dietary therapy should only be used as an adjunctive measure. If the condition is severe, prompt medical attention should be sought, and professional medical advice should be followed.
