Foods causing more mucus during weather change

During weather change, there is common problem of cold and cough accompanied by lot of mucus. This mucus is constantly irritable and leads to breathing issues also.

We have to cough out the mucus again and again to get relief. Secondly, acid reflux cases also increases adding to the trouble

Reason behind increase in mucus production:

Normal quantity of mucus saves us from maximum respiratory infections but when mucus production increases, it causes discomfort.

Foods that are responsible for increase in mucus production: Any food which has HISTAMINE can cause increased mucus production. Foods which contain histamine or which encourages mucus production are as below:

1. 1. Processed Meats
   2. Dairy Products
   3. Fermented foods
   4. Alcohol
   5. Carbonated beverages
   6. Foods rich in vitamin C such as Chillies, tomato, citrus fruits, Banana etc.
   7. Fried foods

Foods which decrease mucus production are as below:

1. Turmeric: We can add turmeric in vegetables while cooking or can have pinch of turmeric with honey
2. Ginger: Ginger can be eaten in any form. Its anti inflammatory properties helps in internal healing and save us during weather changes
3. Garlic: Compound ALICIN present in garlic helps to control mucus formation and also acts as antibiotic, anti inflammatory and prevents asthma
4. Warm herbal teas
5. Plant based soups and berries