6 Grandma's Cough Remedies You Should Know.
Do you have a stubborn cough that cannot be cured?
Stop! Don't go to the pharmacy right away!
Before you buy any medicine, why not try some natural remedies that really work?
Here are 6 effective grandma cough remedies you should know:
1. A thyme infusion
Did you know that thyme is so effective against coughs that it is an officially approved remedy in Germany?
It treats coughs as well as respiratory tract infections, bronchitis and even whooping cough.
These little leaves are full of cough relieving ingredients. In particular the flavonoids which relax the trachea. As a result, it reduces inflammation and you feel better.
To make a thyme infusion, mix 2 teaspoons of crushed thyme in 1 cup of boiling water. Cover the pan then let infuse for 10 minutes and filter.
2. Flax seeds, honey and lemon
By boiling flax seeds in water, you get a sticky and thick gel.
This gel is perfect for softening the throat and the respiratory tract. Honey and lemon work like natural antibiotics. Result, this super soothing syrup for the throat.
For this natural remedy, boil 3 tablespoons of flax seeds in the equivalent of 1 glass of water (25 cl) until the water becomes thick.
Filter, and add 3 tablespoons of honey and lemon juice. Take 1 tablespoon several times a day when you have a sore throat.
3. A black pepper infusion
This grandmother's remedy comes from traditional Chinese medicine. The reason is simple: black pepper stimulates the circulation and flow of the mucous membranes.
As for honey, it is a natural cough remedy that has antibiotic properties.
To make yourself an infusion, place 1 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper and 2 tablespoons of honey in a cup. Fill it with boiling water, cover and let steep for 15 minutes.
Filter and drink a few sips when you need them. This natural remedy works much better for fatty coughs than it does for dry coughs.
4. Suck on a piece of lemon
It is not a remedy for the faint of heart, but it is an effective and commonly used remedy.
Cut a fresh lemon into wedges, then sprinkle with plenty of black pepper and salt.
All you have to do is suck on the lemon wedges to quickly relieve and cure your cough.
5. Drink hot milk
Another popular grandmother's remedy for curing a cough is to drink a cup of warm milk.
To prepare, heat hot milk in a saucepan, then pour into a mug. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar and 1 tablespoon of honey.
This remedy is really effective in relieving irritation in your throat.
6. Crushed almonds
This ancient grandmother's remedy helps relieve bronchial problems, including coughing.
It is easy to do. Just mix a few teaspoons of finely crushed almonds with a glass of orange juice.
All you have to do is sip this antidote to relieve your cough.
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