A soothing, anti-inflammatory recipe to help relieve chest congestion and persistent coughs.
Ingredients:
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1 cup raw honey (antibacterial, soothes throat)
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1 lemon (juiced, for vitamin C & mucus breakdown)
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1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated, anti-inflammatory)
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1 tsp turmeric powder (antiviral, reduces swelling)
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½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, boosts circulation)
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1 cup hot water or herbal tea (e.g., thyme or licorice root)
Instructions:
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Mix honey, lemon juice, ginger, turmeric, and cayenne in a jar. Stir well.
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Take 1–2 tsp of the mixture daily, or dissolve in hot water/tea to drink.
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Repeat 3x/day for 3 days to loosen mucus and calm coughing.
How It Works:
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Honey coats the throat and fights infection.
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Ginger + Turmeric reduce airway inflammation.
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Lemon thins mucus for easier expulsion.
Note: Not a substitute for medical treatment. Consult a doctor if symptoms worsen.