Cold and flu season is no fun when you are stuck with a cold or flu. Over time, all the meds can leave you lethargic and drained. Even with that, it takes about 7-10 days to get over the common cold. If there is coughing involved then that can take an extra week. Who has time for that?
I just got over a cold in just 4 days! I had all the symptoms of the common cold including congestion, sinus pressure, coughing, sneezing and sore throat. It could have turned bad but luckily I have 3 tea remedies that work. With the help of modern over-the-counter meds and these natural remedies, you can kick that cold, flu, cough or sore throat bye-bye in half the healing time! It worked for me so I'm sure it will work for you. Besides, the teas taste great! What do you have to lose?
These are the key ingredients to keep handy this winter in case the symptoms of a cold sneaks up on you. Always have honey, lemon, ginger, sage and cinnamon stocked.
Here's why these ingredients work. Pure local honey is great to counter pollen allergies especially if the honey is harvested within 200 miles from where you live. Lemon promotes hydration and is packed with vitamin C. Ginger is an anti-inflammatory and boosts immunity. Cinnamon is also an anti-inflammatory and a good source of antioxidants. Sage is a natural cough suppressant and promotes healing.
Tea for Sore Throat
1 tablespoon pure local honey
juice of 1/2 lemon
1 cup hot water
1 cinnamon stick
Direction: Combine ingredients in a cup, stir well and drink while hot.
Tea for Coughs
1 tablespoon of pure local honey
2 sprigs of fresh organic sage
slices of lemon for garnish
1 cup of water
Direction: In a small sauce pan, combine water and sprigs of sage to boil for 15 minutes. Pour into a cup, add honey, slices of lemon and fresh sage. Enjoy while hot.
Tea for Cold and Flu
2 slivers of organic ginger
juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tablespoon of pure local honey
1 cup hot water
Direction: Muddle ginger, honey and lemon juice in a cup. Add hot water. Stir and enjoy.
These 3 tea remedies are so easy to make, it won't feel like a chore when you are feeling under the weather. It tastes so good I drink it all day which helps kick that cold outta here. You can certainly make a pitcher size for the whole family. Let's face it, when one person gets sick, everyone in the house will get sick. These three teas are great for prevention of coughs, colds and flu. Share it family and friends.
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Chan V.