Pneumonia is a condition in which inflammation of the lungs occurs due to infection. In case both the lungs get affect by this disease, the results can be fatal and therefore it is very important to treat pneumonia before it affects both the lungs of our body system.

Some sort of congestion or stiffness in breathing is experienced in pneumonia. The head and throat of the patient become cold and it is accompanied by fever. Chest pain is the main symptom of this disease which causes and difficulty in breathing. In children fever and convulsions are the major symptoms. The pulse rate becomes remarkable high and temperature increases abnormally.

The germs like pneumococcus, streptococcus and staphylococcus are the main germs responsible for the pneumonia. However sometimes viruses may also be factors leading to this problem. Inhalation of noxious gases, irritant dust, fungal infection etc is the other cause of this problem. Unhealthy life pattern and consumption of unbalanced food for a long time can also be a reason for the pneumonia.

Various home remedies for pneumonia include consumption of garlic, vegetable juice, fenugreek, sesame seeds etc. Garlic is one of the best remedies for pneumonia. It gives a quick relief from the symptoms of pneumonia. Regular consumption of garlic keeps you away from various other diseases also. In pneumonia a paste of garlic can also be applied on the chest area.

Consumption of fenugreek is also a very helpful remedy for pneumonia. Tea made of fenugreek is very effective in this disease. It brings down the fever and reduces the other symptoms quickly. You can take fenugreek tea several times a day. Consumption of fenugreek seeds decreases the chances of pneumonia attack.

Taking spinach juice, carrot juice and cucumber juice is also very helpful in pneumonia. You can take carrot juice mixed with spinach juice and cucumber juice. A regular consumption of this mixed juice is very helpful in avoiding pneumonia. In case the symptoms are persistent, you should immediately consult a doctor.