Warm Cough and Flu Remedy
Soothe your symptoms with this comforting Warm Cough and Flu Remedy, a natural elixir designed to ease discomfort and boost immunity. Made with fresh ginger root, zesty lemon, and nutrient-rich raw honey, this easy-to-prepare drink is infused with the healing warmth of cinnamon and cloves. Ready in just 20 minutes, this aromatic remedy combines the grounding spice of ginger and cinnamon with the tangy brightness of lemon, creating a wellness-boosting tea that helps calm sore throats and alleviates congestion. Perfect for cold weather or any time you’re feeling under the weather, this two-serving recipe is best enjoyed slowly, allowing the gentle heat to provide soothing relief.
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Ingredients
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger root
- 1 medium Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Raw honey
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 3 whole Cloves
- 2 cups Water
Directions
Step 1
Peel and slice the fresh ginger root into thin slices.
Step 2
Slice the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice from one half into a small bowl and set aside. Slice the other half into thin rounds.
Step 3
In a small saucepan, add the water, sliced ginger, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Step 4
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes to extract the flavors of the spices.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the liquid into a heat-resistant mug to remove the ginger, cinnamon stick, and cloves.
Step 6
Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and raw honey until well combined.
Step 7
Add a slice of lemon to each serving for garnish if desired.
Step 8
Sip the warm remedy slowly and enjoy its soothing effects. Repeat up to two times a day as needed.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (540.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 184.1 |
| Total Fat 0.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 33.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.3g | |
| Protein 0.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 97.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 113.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories