How To Get Rid Of Phlegm and Mucus

Always clearing phlegm, mucus and catarrh from your throat? Learn how to get rid of phlegm and clear mucus with SCIENCE!

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WHAT IS MUCUS, PHLEGM, CATARRH:
Well, mucus is a thick substance produced by certain cells in our bodies in places like our mouth, nose, stomach and lungs, to protect us and keep our organ linings from drying out.

You're probably all familiar with the mucus produced by our noses and throats as this is what runs when we have a runny nose, is what we spit out as phlegm when he have a chesty cough, and what can build up as catarrh at the back of your nose and throat when you have allergies or an infection.

As unpleasant as it may be, mucus has some really important functions. So for example the mucus produced in our stomach, acts as a barrier and a lubricant to allow food to pass through. The mucus produced in our nose, mouth and lungs, also acts as a barrier, but also has the super important function of trapping dirt, dust and chemicals so they don’t enter the body in large amounts. Its actually one of the body’s first lines of physical defence against infection.

COVID SYMPTOMS:
The main symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) are:

a high temperature – this means you feel hot to touch on your chest or back (you do not need to measure your temperature)
a new, continuous cough – this means coughing a lot for more than an hour, or 3 or more coughing episodes in 24 hours (if you usually have a cough, it may be worse than usual)
a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste – this means you've noticed you cannot smell or taste anything, or things smell or taste different to normal

If you have any of the main symptoms of COVID-19, even if they're mild:

Get a PCR test (test that is sent to a lab) to check if you have COVID-19 as soon as possible.
Stay at home and do not have visitors (self-isolate) until you get your test result – only leave your home to have a test. Check if people you live with need to self-isolate.

SALINE SOLUTION:
You can easily make saline solutions at home using half a teaspoon of salt in a pint of water that you’ve boiled and then left to cool to a safe temperature, and this one mixture can be used to both gargle and clear your throat with and rinse your nasal passages. You can gargle with a saline solution as many times as needed, getting the water at the back of your throat and then swishing it around your mouth before spitting it out. Even though a saline solution is not harmful to swallow in small amounts, it’s best to always spit so you don’t consume all that salt. Gargling or rinsing as may not be suitable for a child or if you suffer with swallowing problems.

WHEN TO SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION:
Now, like I mentioned earlier, mucus and catarrh is not usually harmful, but if it ever becomes a particular problem for you, starts to interfere with your daily life or lasts more than three weeks, you should speak to your doctor. It could be a sign of an underlying condition, such as nasal polyps or a chest infection, which might need further investigating or treatment.

You’ll also want to speak to your doctor if at any time your mucus is brown or bloody, as this can also be a sign of an underlying condition that needs investigating.

And if at any time you experience catarrh or mucus, you have any other symptoms that go with it such as difficulty breathing, tightness in your chest, difficulty swallowing or fever, these are also red flags that you should speak to your doctor about straight away.

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DISCLAIMER:
This video is for information only and should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions. Abraham The Pharmacist has used all reasonable care in compiling the information but make no warranty as to its accuracy. Always consult a doctor or other healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.

[AbrahamThePharmacist]

This innovative solution makes natural saline nasal rinsing easier and more effective than ever before. Add it to your home medical kit today!

[moki]

I have had excessive mucus and post nasal drip for for 25 years. I would wake up every morning and spend 3 to 4 minutes gargling to clear in out. Since I have eliminated all sugar, including carbs, and wheat from my diet I no longer have have this problem. I also have fresh breath all the time now, even after waking up after a nights sleep.

[tracesprite]

When falling asleep, try to sleep with your mouth closed. At first you can't breathe but as you gently encourage yourself to close your mouth, you find that your nose clears more and more. Gradually sleeping with your mouth closed becomes a habit and that helps.

[lowcarbsgood]

I get the sunlight and coconut water to solve the problem. Those worked very well for me. Doctors say, the infra red from the sun can treat mucus, and magnesium from coconut water and vitamin D from the sun can boost your immune system.

[susannickell]

Warm water, apple cider vinegar, honey and lemon, just sip little bits over time, clears everything up pretty quick, stops the constant clearing of the throat

[brianlopez]

Pharmacists are replacing our doctors these days and doing a good job. Thanks for your posting.

[twiggyb]

A lifelong sufferer of Asthma, I went Vegan and virtually eliminated its symptons including being clogged with mucus with health threatening regularity, Almost daily in fact...My general health and appearance (hair skin eyes) has been fantastic as well.

[A-Grammie-On-the-ROCK]

Oil of oregano really helps to rid the throat of phlegm . Use as the bottle says. Also, I've used it in my nostrils but put only one drop in each nostril WITH one drop of olive oil to dilute the oil of oregano is it tends to be "hot"...it does hurt a bit putting it in the nose but its not harmful...just hot ! It absolutely clears out not only your throat but your ears and nose as well !

[anjiedavie]

I get histamine reactions to many foods, the biggest culprit being citrus fruits, avocado, strawberries, tomatoes, dairy, chocolate, wine and many more!

[cp]

Hot peppers like scotch bonet in soups and food have helped me tremendously

[Hamza_Hesham]

That's actually the video I always wanted I have been suffering from phlegm for three years and actually it's impossible To get rid of Bec this is genetic and my whole family is suffering from the same problem But I use a nasal spray to make it Less Thick and handle it more easier

+ I don't have to gargle with salt water Since I have the nasal spray Bec it is made of salty sea water.

[shelleycharlesworth]

I began daily nasal washing with warm saline in 1995. I haven't missed a day in 26+ years. I also have taken guaifenesin daily since 1995.
No more excess phlegm ! Many fewer colds and the flu ONCE in 26+ years! Wash your nose every day!

[emmigins]

Thank you so much! I’m a singer and a lead in a musical I can afford too much drainage because it effects my job!!! I can’t thank you enough

[Lexington]

Spicy foods always make my lungs feel clearer.

[chihuahuapixieprincess]

I have perennial allergic rhinitis and a very dry atmosphere really helps: high humidity in winter is the very worst.

[noxiemvula]

I was suffering from allergies, including mucus and post nasal drip. Doctors prescribed heavier and heavier meds, which messed my stomach up ( story for another day). I stopped eaying dairy products and my lifelong troubles were over.

[meshell]

This is what I have post nasil drip..headaches facial pain..dizziness..warm water works better with me.

[whitewave]

I've had this problem for years, and when I can afford chiropractor treatments, the neck adjustments completely stop the mucus after 2 or 3 treatments. When I run out of money, the mucus comes back after a few weeks off treatment.

[lizkuisma]

My local pharmacy employs a Herbalist. She is a very busy member of staff and her advice is highly regarded. I believe that if western medicine (a modern invention) were more open to incorporating this knowledge in their practice, we would all benefit.

[ronniemead]

Anyone wanting to get rid of excess phlegm and mucus should first and foremost eliminate phlegm and mucus producing foods from the diet. Foods such as processed foods, sugar, white bread, pasta, cheese, diary, etc. and instead a diet rich in lemons, lime, green leafy veggies, legumes, cruciferous veggies, etc. Oil pulling each morning followed by a liter of hot lemon or lime water will go a long way to eliminate excess phlegm and mucus.