Homemade Cough Medicine
Soothe your throat and calm persistent coughs with this all-natural Homemade Cough Medicine, a comforting blend of raw honey, fresh lemon juice, and warming spices like ginger and cinnamon. This quick and easy remedy comes together in just 10 minutes, delivering a powerhouse of immunity-boosting ingredients with every spoonful. The freshly grated ginger provides a gentle heat to ease congestion, while raw honey and lemon juice work together to coat your throat and fight inflammation. Perfect for seasonal colds or a cozy nighttime drink when mixed with warm water, this DIY cough syrup is a deliciously effective solution you can store in the refrigerator for up to a week. Say goodbye to store-bought syrups and hello to this wholesome, homemade alternative!
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Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons raw honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon ginger root (freshly grated)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup hot water
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine the freshly grated ginger, ground cinnamon, and hot water.
Step 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat and let it steep for about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the liquid into a heatproof container to remove the ginger solids.
Step 4
Stir in the raw honey and fresh lemon juice until fully dissolved.
Step 5
Pour the finished mixture into a jar or bottle with a lid for easy storage.
Step 6
Take 1 to 2 teaspoons as needed to soothe your cough or mix with warm water for a comforting drink. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (396.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 465.9 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 12.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 107.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 91.1g | |
| Protein 0.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 43.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 46.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories