Herbal teas and syrups are highly effective for preventing and treating colds, flu, coughs, and sore throats during the cold seasons. Here, we will show you how to make three of these remedies.
According to Saed News, with the arrival of fall and winter, colds and respiratory infections become more common. Many people prefer herbal remedies and teas over chemical medications for treating colds. Natural and herbal teas are more effective and less harmful for treating cold symptoms and congestion. Here, we'll teach you how to make three excellent and highly effective drinks that help alleviate coughs, runny noses, and other cold and flu symptoms while boosting your immune system. By drinking these daily, your cold symptoms will disappear within a day or two.
Marshmallow Flower Tea
Ingredients:
1 cup marshmallow flowers
1 cup mallow flowers
1 cup chamomile flowers
1 cup thyme
6-7 jujubes
Boiling water, as needed
Rock candy, if desired
Instructions:
Place the marshmallow flowers, mallow flowers, chamomile flowers, thyme, and jujubes in a teapot.
Fill the teapot with boiling water.
Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for ten minutes.
Strain the tea into a cup. If you prefer it sweeter, add a piece of rock candy.
Drink two cups of this hot tea daily.
Ginger Syrup
Ingredients:
30 grams fresh ginger
3 lemons
2 apples
2 cups water
Instructions:
Soak the fresh ginger in a cup of water overnight for 12 hours.
Peel and wash the ginger, then chop it and place it in a blender.
Slice the lemons, remove the seeds and peel, and add them to the blender.
Chop the apples, remove the seeds, and add them to the blender.
Add the water and blend on high speed until fully mixed.
Strain the mixture through a sieve into a clean jar.
Store the syrup in the refrigerator for 5-7 days.
Consume one cup of this drink daily to ward off colds and flu.
Note: People with heart or digestive issues should consult a doctor before consuming ginger.
Apple and Cinnamon Elixir
Ingredients:
2 apples
1 cinnamon stick
1 cup water
Lemon, optional
Instructions:
Chop the apples and remove the cores and seeds.
Place the chopped apples and cinnamon stick in a pot, then add water.
Simmer on medium heat for 30 minutes until the apples are soft.
Remove the cinnamon stick and strain the mixture through a sieve, pressing the apples with a spoon to extract the juice.
Pour the elixir into a cup and add fresh lemon juice if desired. Drink a cup of this warm elixir before bed.
This drink is effective for treating coughs and sore throats and also helps cleanse the liver and digestive system.
