Healing syrup: A traditional home remedy for coughs
At a time when the world is increasingly turning to natural remedies, our homemade cough syrup is more than just a remedy. It’s a way to take care of your health while protecting the environment. In this article, you’ll learn how to make this powerful syrup at home and which natural ingredients make it so effective.
Ingredients and their benefits
- Red onion: It has historically been used to treat respiratory diseases because of its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
- Honey: This natural sweetener has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that soothe irritated throats.
- Lemons: They are rich in vitamin C and strengthen the immune system.
- Garlic: A powerful antibiotic that strengthens the immune system.
- Ginger (optional): It has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties that soothe a sore throat and clear the airways.
Ingredients list:
- 1 red onion
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 3 lemons
- A piece of ginger
- Honey
Making the syrup
Preparing this homemade cough syrup is easy:
- Peel and finely chop the red onion, garlic and ginger if using.
- Squeeze the juice from the lemons.
- In a glass jar, layer the onion, garlic, and ginger, add lemon juice, and cover with honey.
- Let the mixture steep overnight in a cool place.
- The next day, strain the mixture and store the syrup in the refrigerator.
Application of the syrup
It is recommended to take one tablespoon in the morning on an empty stomach and one tablespoon in the evening before bedtime. Children can take the syrup in smaller amounts.
Personal experience
This recipe comes from my mother-in-law, who inherited it from her mother. In my family, this homemade cough syrup is a tried-and-true remedy at the first sign of a cold.
Warning
This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment. Use at your own risk. Consult your physician before using alternative healing methods.
Natural remedies are often simple, inexpensive, and effective. This homemade cough syrup is an example of a traditional recipe that has been tried and tested by generations before us and will benefit you as well.
