Fighting Smog in Pakistan with Desi Gurr: A Doctor’s Advice

Nov, 02 , 24 Hunana Masroor

As winter comes to Pakistan, smog covers cities like Lahore, Faisalabad, and Karachi. Each year, families prepare for it—coughing, itchy eyes, and a smoky sky that blocks out the sun. It seems as if smog has become the fifth season. Last year, after my son kept coughing for days, I decided to take him to our family doctor, Dr. Ahmed.

While checking my son’s breathing, Dr. Ahmed shared his concerns. "Smog season brings in so many cases like this," he said with a sigh. "And we don’t have any miracle medicine to stop the effects of smog."

Then, with a smile, he reached into his drawer and pulled out a small box of brown desi gurr. "This, however, is something simple you can try," he said. Seeing my surprised face, he explained, “Desi gurr is a natural sweetener, unlike light-toned gurr or white sugar. It has no chemicals or artificial processing. And it keeps important minerals like iron and magnesium that help clean the lungs and the blood."

"Just a small piece each day can help during smog season. It’s good for sore throats, coughs, and helps the body fight pollution," he added.

So, I took his advice and started using desi gurr instead of white sugar. We put it in our tea, milk, snacks, and sometimes ate a little piece on its own. Over the weeks, I noticed we were coughing less and breathing felt easier.

Now, each smog season, our family keeps Grans Desi Gurr in our kitchen. It reminds us that nature often has the best answers to our health problems.

Benefits of Desi Gurr During Smog Season

Cleanses the Lungs: Desi Gurr is believed to help clear out pollutants from the lungs, making it easier to breathe.

Boosts Immunity: It contains essential minerals like iron and magnesium that support immune health, helping the body fight off infections and pollutants.

Relieves Cough and Sore Throat: Desi Gurr soothes the throat and helps reduce coughing, a common problem during smog season.

Natural Detoxifier: It helps flush toxins from the body, which is especially helpful when exposed to high pollution levels.

Antioxidant Properties: Desi Gurr has natural antioxidants that help the body fight the effects of pollution and smog damage.

Each of these benefits makes Desi Gurr a simple yet powerful choice during smog season, helping the body handle pollution naturally.

Here’s a simple recipe for making desi gurr tea that’s soothing and perfect for smog season:

Grans Desi Gurr Tea Recipe

Ingredients:

1 cup water

1 small piece of Grans Desi Gurr (about 1-2 teaspoons when grated or crushed)

1/2 teaspoon grated ginger (optional, for added warmth and flavor)

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder (optional, for extra antioxidants)

Instructions:

Boil Water: Pour 1 cup of water into a small pot and bring it to a boil.
Add Ginger and Cinnamon (Optional): Add the grated ginger and cinnamon to the boiling water and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes. This adds extra warmth and health benefits.
Add Grans Desi Gurr: Add the piece of Grans Desi Gurr to the boiling water. Stir until it melts completely. Adjust the amount of gurr to your taste.
Serve: Pour the tea into a cup, let it cool slightly, and enjoy!

This Grans Desi Gurr tea can help soothe the throat, ease coughs, and support your body’s defenses during smog season. The ginger and cinnamon add warmth and extra antioxidants, making it even more beneficial.

Whether in a warm cup of gurr tea or added to daily meals, desi gurr provides a safe, natural way to ease the effects of smog. Embracing this age-old wisdom reminds us that nature often holds simple solutions to modern problems—helping us breathe easier, one small step at a time.

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