Each person has repeatedly experienced a condition that signals the appearance of a flu or a cold, when joints ache, and sore throat and nose appear, the temperature rises, as a result of which severe weakness appears.
During this period, it is important to take all the necessary measures to eliminate these adverse symptoms.
One of the best folk remedies for cough and runny nose is mustard powder.
Why is mustard useful for colds?
Dry mustard contains unstable enzymes, for these reasons, if you mix it with hot water (from 60 degrees), then its benefits will be lost.
Therefore, before putting on mustard plasters or pouring the powder into socks, it must be moistened or diluted with warm water. However, if you mix the mustard mixture with boiling water or cold water, then the effectiveness of such a procedure will be zero.
Local irritation caused by mustard is due to skin reflex reactions that occur when nerve endings are irritated. Treatment with this spice is indicated for:
- pneumonia;
- bronchitis;
- viral respiratory diseases and so on.
But in some cases, a mustard allergy may develop.
Mustard powder in socks
This is a simple yet effective recipe for coughs and runny nose. So, mustard powder must be used dry. First you need to prepare woolen or cotton socks, and then pour 1 tsp in them. dry mix.
The duration of such therapy should be at least 7 hours. Therefore, it can be done while sleeping. If the procedure is applied to a child, then it is advisable first to put on socks made of thin fabric, and then warmer socks, into which mustard should be poured.
Mustard for colds, poured into socks is a traditional healing procedure for warming the legs. Indeed, on the feet there is a mass of nerve reflex points through which you can influence the body. If you apply heat to them, then the whole body can be warmed up for a long time.
Mustard plasters
To get rid of a cough and a runny nose during a cold, you can use a very effective method - mustard plasters, which are applied externally, and are also used for colds.
First, the prepared mustard plaster is dipped into warm water (37 degrees), where it must be kept for about a minute, and then applied to the skin in the area:
- breasts;
- soles of the feet;
- back;
- bronchi;
- lungs.
When treating adults, the duration of such a procedure is 20 minutes. And if such therapy is applied to patients more younger age, then the duration of the session should be 5 minutes.
However, regardless of age, mustard plasters must be removed immediately if an unpleasant burning sensation occurs.
In addition, their overlap is important in the treatment process with mustard plasters. So, they need to be applied as follows:
- with a cold on the soles of the feet;
- for chronic colds, bronchitis and pneumonia on the back.
It is worth noting that you need to be especially careful when treating small children with mustard. So, the procedure is best done in the evening so that the child can clear his throat before sleep.
A good alternative to mustard plasters are compresses with powder, which must be done with the calculation of 1 tsp. for 1 glass of water. For this purpose, it is necessary to moisten gauze, folded in a few words, in the solution, and then put it on the patient's back for seven minutes.
From above, everything is covered with a plastic bag and insulated.
When is it better not to use mustard to treat a cold?
Not every person can be treated with mustard, even if he has severe coughing attacks. So, it cannot be used in such cases:
- various skin lesions;
- skin diseases (eczema, diffuse neurodermatitis, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, pyoderma);
- illness accompanying fever.
Regarding the baths, they cannot be done during pregnancy, during a high febrile temperature, chronic inflammatory processes in the pelvic organs. In addition, the procedure is contraindicated in arterial hypertension and varicose veins.
In the flu and cold season, the issue of cough treatment is very relevant. Traditional medicine has many different ways to deal with this ailment. This is radish with honey, milk with propolis, figs and honey, various compresses, badger fat and, of course, mustard in socks. Some of them can be safely used during the entire illness, and, for example, mustard powder is used only for the early symptoms of a cold in both adults and children.
Warming and local irritant effects - this is what socks with heated dry mustard provide. And since there are a lot of reflex zones on the feet of a person, when heat is applied to them, blood supply increases not only in the place of exposure, but throughout the body.
These processes are most pronounced in respiratory system, and that is why nasal breathing is greatly facilitated and coughing is reduced.
Instructions for use
To treat a cough with this method, you will need:
- mustard powder;
- cotton socks;
- woolen socks.
Algorithm for an adult:
- Pour 1-2 tablespoons of powder into cotton socks.
- Put on woolen socks on top.
- Cover yourself with a warm blanket and leave for 6-8 hours.
- Wash your feet, wipe off and put on woolen socks again.
Algorithm for a child:
- Pour 1 teaspoon of mustard into cotton socks.
- Put on one more cotton knee-highs without powder, and on them already - with mustard.
- Pull woolen socks on top.
- Wrap the baby in a warm blanket. If a strong burning sensation began immediately, quickly remove the mustard, if not, wait an hour.
- Wash your feet, wipe off and return the wool socks.
When can you use it?
- To prevent illness - at the first catarrhal symptoms of a cold with a still normal body temperature.
- To speed up recovery - 3-4 days from the onset of the disease, immediately after the temperature has returned to normal.
Contraindications
As with all cough treatments, there are situations where mustard cannot be used:
- increased body temperature;
- a history of allergic reactions to mustard;
- inflammation or damage to the skin at the site of exposure (dermatitis, scratches, abrasions on the feet);
- children under one year of age (since the child's skin is very delicate and it is difficult to predict how mustard will work).
Experts warn that the use of the warming method when elevated temperature body leads to an increase in the inflammatory process and the development of complications!
The effectiveness of this method has not been scientifically proven, but at the same time, no one can deny the positive effect of mustard on the body. Its warming and local irritant effects increase the blood supply throughout the body. Therefore, at the first sign of a cold and the appearance of a cough or during the recovery period, you can safely use this folk method for both adult and child. And let your illness recede as soon as possible.
With my today's review, I most likely will not open America to you. But for me this information at one time was a very unexpected and useful discovery.
It so happened that this summer my one and a half year old little sonjust did not get out of colds. And with each subsequent time, the interval between illnesses became less and less, and the painful period itself stretched out to two weeks.
And at one of these moments, our grandmother, who is also a doctor, freaked out and prescribed antibiotics for us.I said my categorical "no", to which I heard:"Well, at least put some mustard in his socks!"
The first thing that crossed my mind: "What is this, a joke?"
Further, from the detailed story of my mother, I learned that not one disease of my childhood could do without this folk remedy. AND what amazed me the most was thatmany of my childhood colds were suppressedso to speak "On the vine" thanks to such an unpretentious way. So, it turns out, who should I thank for my “not snotty” childhood
ღ....ღ Operating principle mustard socks ღ....ღ
Everyone knows that mustard during illness is used within the means mustard plasters and hot foot baths.
I always knew about these methods, but I did not use them for my child. With a little nimble boy for me, not that, not the other is not the best option. This is more applicable for older children and more sedentary.
But mustard in socks is another matter. Not at all troublesome and easy to implement.
it a kind of analogue to mustard plasters.
There is a huge amount of nerve endingswhich get irritated by contact with mustard. As a result, blood circulation is accelerated, a warming effect occurs, the runny nose recedes and the baby feels better.
ღ....ღ When should you use sock mustard? ღ....ღ
This method traditional medicine will be relevantonly in two cases:
1. When the acute period of the disease has passed (approximately 3-4 days after the onset of the disease).
For the first time I put mustard socks on my son when almost a week had passed from the onset of the disease and the cold promised to develop into unpleasant complications and a chronic runny nose. After this event, our snot "thawed" and flowed like a stream. Here came to our aidnasal aspirator . The lingering cold subsided after three days of wearing these socks.
2. At the very beginning of the disease. A sensitive experienced mother is able to catch this moment at the subconscious level.
In subsequent times, I simply did not give my son a chance to get ill and just put on such socks for him.
ღ....ღ How to use mustard for socks correctly? ღ....ღ
Before putting on such socks for the baby, I always wiped his legs with a dry towel.It is very important to make sure that the child's feet are dry in order to avoid burning the delicate skin of children.
It should also check the legs for scratches, abrasions, rashes.
When wearing mustard socks, you needfollow beyond thatso that no liquid gets on your feet.
Same do not use this methodtraditional medicine if the baby has personal intolerance to mustard powder, his age less than 1 year and whether he is in an acute period of the disease with temperature.
ღ....ღ About the recipe ღ....ღ
We will need:
mustard powder
a pair of cotton thin socks
a pair of thick woolen socks.
Colds in children are the most common problem at almost any age, relevant both for a home baby and for visiting a children's team. If symptoms infectious disease are not in doubt, then you need to make every effort so that they disappear as soon as possible.
Many mothers do not have enough confidence in modern medicines: they are afraid side effects and the price "bites". That is why it becomes necessary to use natural remedies, for example, such as mustard put in a child's socks - this is an excellent cough remedy.
The natural origin of this kitchen seasoning is undeniable, it can be easily bought in the store and is just as easy to use without spending hours studying complicated recipes. On the other hand, there are still a number of simple rules, observing which you can take full advantage of the healing properties of mustard.
How does mustard work?
The effect of this spice on the human body is surprisingly diverse. Since ancient times, mustard has been used as a medicinal drug, both for external use and for internal use. No less extensive is the modern spectrum of diseases in which this aromatic spice can be useful.
For colds, mustard has the following effects:
- blood flow to the area where the mustard is located; this redistribution of blood allows you to increase local blood flow and reduce blood flow to the center (lungs and heart);
- increased local blood flow brings a pleasant sensation of warmth, allows you to quickly warm up, especially if the child is worried about chills;
- redistribution of blood flow helps to reduce the blood supply to the inflammatory focus (for example, in the respiratory tract);
- as a result, the severity of all inflammatory changes (pain, swelling, redness, dysfunction) decreases.
Sometimes the use of mustard raises concerns, since burns and allergic reactions may develop. It should be understood that if you are careful, mustard will only benefit, not harm.
To avoid scalding the delicate baby skin, you should only use dry mustard. In addition, baby's skin should also be completely dry so that sweat does not come into contact with the mustard. If you cannot be completely sure that your skin is dry, you can use several pairs of cotton socks. In this regard, mustard socks compare favorably with the classic mustard plaster, which easily leaves spots of superficial burns on the baby's skin, even with a short exposure time.
It is better to refuse the use of mustard in a child suffering from any allergic diseases, especially such varieties as allergic rashes and bronchial asthma. When using mustard socks for the first time, you should be careful: you do not need to wear them at night, it is better to do this while the child is awake in order to be able to assess changes in the general condition of the child. If the baby complains that the mustard socks bake a lot or the legs turn red sharply, you need to stop the procedure immediately.
How to use dry mustard correctly?
The dry heat emanating from the mustard must be long-lasting - only in this case the effect of reducing the child's cough and general improvement in the condition will be noticeable.
You should put on thin cotton socks on the baby's legs, pour 1-2 teaspoons of dry mustard powder into them. On top of these thin socks, you need to wear thick and thick (terry or woolen) so that the legs are well warmed, and the heat goes out as little as possible.
After completing the thermal procedure (in the morning after a night's sleep or after 6-8 hours), you need to carefully remove the entire structure, and rinse the baby's legs in warm water. After that, you need to put on regular clean socks.
Compliance with all of the above rules will help you quickly get rid of cough and other symptoms. colds using a natural remedy like mustard.
Mustard is a widely used spice in meat dishes. Due to its pronounced irritating effect, the presence of essential oils and phytoncides in the composition, it is widely used as a mustard bath for colds. The need for them is due to the development of symptoms such as cough, runny nose, which are a consequence of the common cold.
Procedure methods
A hot foot bath promotes blood flow to the vessels of the lower extremities. Due to this, the spasm of the vessels of the upper half of the body, throat, trachea, bronchi, nasopharynx is relieved and clinical manifestations... The technique of taking a bath with mustard for colds is as follows:
- Dry mustard is poured into a basin or bucket of hot water at a concentration of 40 grams of dry matter per 5 liters of boiling water;
- The container for the procedure should be deep enough to fit the legs to knee level. The water temperature should first be no higher than 40 degrees, later, it is necessary to be able to add a hotter one;
- The duration of the procedure is 15-20 minutes;
- After it has been carried out, the patient should wipe his feet dry and go to bed;
- In cases where the procedure is carried out in the daytime and the patient's further wakefulness is implied, he should be in dry cotton or woolen socks. He will be able to go out into the street not earlier than a few hours after the procedure.
The use of mustard for colds has received another widespread use. We are talking about such a popular treatment method as mustard plasters. They are used as an irritating and distracting agent for pharyngitis, laryngitis, tracheitis, bronchitis, that is, any inflammatory processes accompanied by the development of cough. A mustard patch has a similar effect.
Another use of mustard for colds is to put dry powder in socks. The duration of such a procedure should be at least 6-8 hours. 
Therefore, it is recommended to carry out the procedure at night. The expected warming effect will help reduce the symptoms of the common cold.
The procedure consists in pouring mustard powder into cotton socks at the rate of 2 teaspoons each. First, you need to check whether your feet are dry, because otherwise, wet mustard, sticking to the foot, can cause it to burn. It is recommended to wear woolen socks over cotton socks.
Contraindications
The use of mustard for procedures may be contraindicated in the following cases:
- if you are allergic to mustard;
- in children under one year old, since the nervous system continues to form, and the reaction to the procedure may be unpredictable;
- in the acute period of the disease, accompanied by hyperthermia over 37.4 degrees;
- in the presence of tumor diseases;
- with existing concomitant pathology, especially from the cardiovascular, nervous system;
- for any damage to the skin.
Individual intolerance to mustard is noted quite often, therefore, when using this agent for the first time for medicinal purposes, it is necessary to make sure that there is no negative reaction.
Before using mustard plasters for the first time, you first need to apply an application with a small part of it, and after a minute check the condition of the skin. The appearance of blisters, excessive redness, rash, itching indicate drug intolerance. Mustard plasters must be removed immediately, the area must be rinsed with warm water. You may need to use antihistamines.
The use of mustard in socks for colds runs the same risk. Before the first foot bath, it is also recommended to first drop a small amount of mustard and check the body's response.
When carrying out any activities with mustard in children, the presence of parents is necessary, since the ingress of mustard into the eye can be accompanied by irritation or burns.
As for the effectiveness of these procedures, despite the lack of an evidence base among scientific publications, many patients note their positive result.