Healing Cough Tonic -Your easy Guide to Making it at Home!

This healing cough tonic would be the easiest and tastiest medicine for your immunity this winter!

This is hands down the best and easiest natural DIY healing cough tonic ever made. I absolutely love making every year without fail. I believe that the ingredients it contains help to support your immune system which can then naturally do its thing😉. Is actually very popular in my house with kids too as its sweet lemony taste is very appealing and ginger and turmeric are very warming. It’s being requested by my son each fall 🤣

I can’t omit the fact and is incredibly easy to make and you can have this remedy done in no time at all – you are welcome! 🙌

The best and easiest natural DIY healing cough tonic that actually works! Combinations of honey, lemon, and tea are old remedies for soothing a cough or sore throat. Turns out there’s actually some science behind them and by throwing another two powerful spices like ginger turmeric you can create a powerhouse! Let’s look at the individual ingredients of this cough tonic and look closely at the healing properties of each:

Natural healing cough tonic ingredients:

orange

Oranges are a good source of several vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C, thiamine, folate, and potassium.

• Vitamin C. Oranges are an excellent source of vitamin C. One large orange provides over 100% of the RDI (4Trusted Source).
• -Thiamine. One of the B vitamins, also called vitamin B1, thiamine is found in a wide variety of foods.
• -Folate. Also known as vitamin B9 or folic acid, folate has many essential functions and is found in many plant foods.
• -Potassium. Oranges are a good source of potassium. High intake of potassium can lower blood pressure in people who already have high levels and may reduce your risk of heart disease (9Trusted Source).

Lemon

Lemons provide several vitamins and minerals.

• Vitamin C. An essential vitamin and antioxidant, vitamin C is important for immune function and skin health (5Trusted Source, 6Trusted Source).
• Potassium. A diet high in potassium can lower blood pressure levels and have positive effects on heart health (7Trusted Source).
• Vitamin B6. A group of related vitamins, B6 is involved in converting food into energy.

Ginger

• Reduces pain and inflammation, making it valuable in managing arthritis, headaches, and menstrual cramps.
• Has a warming effect and stimulates circulation.
• Inhibits rhinovirus, which can cause the common cold.
• It inhibits such bacteria as Salmonella, which causes diarrhea, and protozoa, such as Trichomonas.
• In the intestinal tract, it reduces gas and painful spasms.
• It may prevent stomach ulcers caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin and ibuprofen.
• Ginger was reported to decrease age-related oxidative stress markers

Tummeric

• Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. It has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant.
• Curcumin is a potent antioxidant that can neutralize free radicals due to its chemical structure
• In addition, curcumin boosts the activity of your body’s own antioxidant enzymes

Raw honey is very important for this healing cough tonic

• Full of Antioxidants
  High-quality organic honey is packed with antioxidants, including phenolic compounds and organic acids.

• Contains Antifungal and Antibacterial Properties
  Organic raw honey also contains antifungal and antibacterial properties, which make it a suitable remedy for skin conditions like eczema, dandruff, and acne.

• Promotes Sleep
  Honey is also useful for people who have trouble sleeping as it helps produce melatonin. To get a shuteye much easier at night, add 1-2 teaspoons of honey to your cup of tea and drink it before bedtime.
• Helps Lower Blood Pressure
  The antioxidant compounds of organic honey have also been associated with lower blood pressure. Studies conducted both in laboratory rats and human subjects showed reductions in blood pressure after a period of honey supplementation.
• Improves Cholesterol Levels

• Boosts Immunity
• Improves Memory
  Organic honey also helps improve concentration and memory. A 2015 review of studies showed that honey, particularly Tualang honey, helped improve learning and memory by

• Alleviates Cough
  Evidence also shows that honey can be an effective treatment for cough. One research revealed that compared to two common cough medications, honey was more effective.
• Speeds Up the Healing of Cuts and Burns
  Honey helps the skin to heal faster. Organic honey also offers benefits for wound healing. It contains an acidic pH that helps promote oxygen release, which plays an important role in healing wounds. Its natural sugar content also has an osmotic effect that minimizes swelling and stimulates lymph flow in damaged tissues.
• Warning: Never give honey to a child younger than age 1 due to the risk of infant botulism, a rare but serious form of food poisoning.

Important notes to make this healing cough tonic:

I use only organic ingredients in these recipes because I do not peel them, I use them whole with the skin on. The skin or peel of fruits and vegetables are generally higher in antioxidants, fiber, vitamins, and minerals than the flesh.

Frequently asked questions:

Can I use regular honey instead of raw organic honey?

While you can use regular honey, raw organic honey is recommended for its potential higher nutrient content and potential health benefits. The idea for this recipe is to be the most nutritious and potent.

What is the purpose of adding black pepper to the tonic?

Black pepper enhances the bioavailability of curcumin in turmeric, allowing your body to absorb its anti-inflammatory properties more effectively.

Is it necessary to use an organic orange and lemon, or can I use conventionally grown ones?

Using organic citrus fruits is recommended to avoid potential pesticide residues, and because we are using whole oranges and lemons, skins are included.

Is it possible to use ground turmeric and ginger instead of fresh ones in this recipe?

Yes, you can substitute ground turmeric and ginger for the fresh ones if needed. However, be mindful of the potency of ground spices, and adjust the quantities based on your taste preferences. Start with smaller amounts and add more gradually, as ground spices can have a more concentrated flavor compared to fresh.

💡 Fun idea:

A great gift for a sick friend or tea lover! I always want to do something for a friend who is under the weather, but never know how to help. A jar of one of these syrups is just the thing. This is such a delicious stir-in for flavouring hot tea or water, that they make a great gift for tea-loving friends, too.

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I add healing cough tonic to tea instead of lemon slices, and drizzle that over oats, my pancakes but in autumn and winter I simply spoon it in my mouth 😉

Reference:

https://www.healthline.com/

https://www.webmd.com/diet/ss/slideshow-health-benefits-ginger

https://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/white-seeber-grogan-the-remedy-chicks/health-benefits-ginger/

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