Learn why phlegm happens and discover gentler, everyday ways to remove it without resorting to loud “uncle coughs”.

Drinking plenty of fluids, such as water, herbal teas, or clear broths, helps loosen phlegm, making it easier to expel. “A good rule of thumb is to drink enough water to make your urine pale ...

Productive coughs expel mucus, potentially indicating infection or inflammation in the respiratory system. Dry coughs typically stem from irritation or allergies but can also signal more serious ...