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Asafoetida works as a natural medicine in winter, it will provide relief from problems like acidity, cough; know how
Samira Vishwas | December 6, 2025 7:25 PM CST

Hing Benefits: There is a very common spice in the kitchen of every house in India which is used by everyone. Its consumption in winter is no less than a boon for taste as well as health. The name of this magical spice is asafoetida which doubles the taste of food. But today we will tell you how to use it so that your stomach problems can be solved.

According to Ayurveda, if asafoetida is used properly in winter, half of the diseases are cured. The taste of asafoetida is pungent and the aroma is strong. It has anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antiviral properties, which help in providing relief from many problems. In a way, it works in the body like a natural antibiotic.

stomach cramps

If there are stomach cramps due to cold or the stomach feels tight then consume asafoetida and hot water. Its consumption reduces stomach stiffness and helps in calming gas and acidity. Due to this, the cooled digestive fire also gets intensified and the food gets digested well.

mucus problem

The problem of mucus accumulation is common in winter. The body gets affected due to cold winds and cough and phlegm make the body weak. In such a situation, one should mix a pinch of asafoetida in hot ghee and drink it. With this, the phlegm accumulated in the throat will loosen and start coming out. If this water is taken on an empty stomach in the morning, there will be even more benefits. This will help in cleaning the lungs faster.

joint pain

Due to stiffness in winter, pain starts in muscles and joints. In this situation, add asafoetida in sesame oil, heat it and apply it on the affected area. This oil provides instant relief from pain, stiffness and muscle ache.

loss of appetite

If you are feeling less hungry and do not feel like eating food, then asafoetida should be consumed with black salt. This will work as a tonic to increase appetite. Asafoetida and black salt should be consumed half an hour before eating food. This will also help in saving food by activating the stomach.

upset stomach

In winter, one feels more like eating fried food and sometimes eating too much fried food causes stomach upset. There is a feeling of heaviness in the body. For this, lemon and asafoetida should be mixed in lukewarm water. This will reduce the heaviness of the body, remove toxins and reduce the problem of acidity.


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