The
cough is a
respiratory condition that takes place when we irritate the nerve endings in the airways between the throat and the lungs as a result of a
virus, bacteria, dust, pollen or other substances.
In this post we're going to explain some
home remedies to soothe the cough:
- ‘Syrup’ of onion and honey: onion has anti-bacterial properties, and antibiotic, and the honey acts as antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and antibiotic. Therefore, the properties of onion and honey combined they become a good natural remedy to relieve the cough. The mode of preparation is simple: place onion in a bowl, add honey, and drink every hour a spoonful of the mixture.
- ‘Syrup’ lemon and honey: A preparation of honey and lemon juice taken just before bed helps to improve the symptoms of nighttime coughing. Its preparation is simple, you try to warm up a glass of water and add a tablespoon of honey and one of lemon juice. If you also add ginger, much better.
- Tea black pepper and honey: The pepper stimulates circulation and the flow of phlegm, and the honey is a natural relief from the cough. Is prepared by mixing with boiling water in a cup two teaspoons of pepper and two of honey. Subsequently, let it sit for 15 minutes, sieve and drink.
- Thyme tea: it Is a remedy that helps to soothe the cough, relax the muscles of the trachea and reduce the inflammation. Is prepared by mixing two tablespoons of thyme crushed in a cup of boiling water. Subsequently, let it sit for 15 minutes, sieve and drink.
We also recommend
drinking plenty of fluids, since they help to thin the mucus and keep membranes moist; and give you a
hot bath, as the steam that will be generated will help to soften the airways.