Even just one lid may be needed. Do not commit these mistakes in case of severe cough in children:

News India Live, Digital Desk: It is the month of December and cold is at its peak. In this season, it is very common for small children to complain of cold, cough and blocked nose. We all get worried when the little one at home is unable to breathe or keeps crying all night long.

At such times, elders in the house or neighbors often tell an old recipe, “Hey, mix this with honey and a little Brandy Or drink rum, the body will remain warm and the cold will go away immediately.”

Many of us consider it a “panacea” and even try it. After all, are old remedies wrong? But, today you need to stop and think. The opinion of medical science and pediatricians is completely opposite to this.

Let us understand in simple words whether it is safe to give brandy to children or are we unknowingly harming them.

Why do doctors say ‘absolutely not’?
Experts clearly say that brandy, rum or whiskey Whatever form it takes, it will ultimately Alcohol It is only there. And alcohol can be like ‘poison’ for a child’s tender body.
Pediatricians say that it is a myth that alcohol cures cold. This is just a temporary measure that does more harm than good.

baby falls asleep but doesn’t get better
Parents often say, “Doctor, the child slept peacefully after giving brandy.”
Doctors explain that giving brandy did not cure the child’s cold, but the alcohol made it worse. Sedative That means it gave an intoxicating effect. Due to this, the child’s nervous system slows down and he goes into unconscious sleep. You think he got relief, but in reality his body is fighting that drug.

Risk of serious side effects
The liver of children is not fully developed like that of adults. Even a little bit of alcohol in his body:

1. Liver Damage: Can have a bad effect on the liver.
2. Falling sugar level: Blood sugar (hypoglycemia) can suddenly decrease in children, which increases the risk of seizures.
3. Difficulty in breathing: Sometimes it slows down breathing so much that it can be fatal.

Then what to do?
Home remedies are good, but the right ones.

• Honey and Ginger: Give honey to a child above 1 year of age, it is the best natural cure for cough.
• Steam: There is nothing better than steam to clear a blocked nose.
• Hot Soup: Give soup to keep the body hydrated and warm.