Today, it is probably impossible to find a person who does not know what a cough is. Despite the fact that only in this way the body can get rid of pathogenic bacteria and cleanse the bronchi, this is not pleasant for the person himself. In order to get rid of it quickly and safely, it is better to consult a doctor. But if for some reason qualified medical care is not available to you, we suggest you learn how you can easily and quickly prepare effective cough remedies at home.
The most effective recipes
Even in the old days, various decoctions of herbs and roots were used to treat this disease, as well as various infusions were used. After all, home remedies for coughs are often safer to use and have fewer contraindications. And almost everywhere honey was used as one of the main ingredients. About himuseful and truly unique properties known to all. It has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, and the vitamins and minerals in its composition help to strengthen the body. So, today the simplest and most effective cough remedies at home can be prepared as follows:
- One large black radish must be thoroughly washed, cut off the top and make a recess in which to place a tablespoon of honey. The juice that forms inside should be taken by adults 2 tablespoons three times a day, children - a teaspoon.
- Chop 2 large onions and one head of garlic, combine the resulting mixture with an equal amount of honey and take in the morning on an empty stomach and in the evening on a spoon. This remedy should only be used to treat coughs in people over 16 years of age.
Infusions of various herbs are no less effective. And also, by mixing freshly squeezed carrot juice and boiled milk in equal proportions, you will get an effective folk expectorant for coughing, which is suitable for both adults and children over five years old. Take this mixture should be a tablespoon 5 times a day.
Not bad in the fight against this disease has proven itself and onion milk. To prepare it, crush 400 g of fresh onion into small cubes and boil it for 10 minutes in a liter of milk. The resulting infusion is taken twice a day, one glass each.
That ginger root is a powerfula remedy that enhances immunity is known to many. However, few people know that it can be used to prepare highly effective cough remedies at home. Ginger tea is the easiest and fastest to make. To do this, a root 3 cm long is crushed and poured with a glass of boiling water. When the mixture has cooled slightly, add a teaspoon of honey and, if desired, a slice of lemon. Lemon additionally saturates the body with vitamin C and masks ginger bitterness. It is strictly forbidden to put honey in hot water, only in warm water. Otherwise, all useful substances are lost. Infuse tea for 10 minutes. It can be consumed three times a day, but not at bedtime, this drink also has an invigorating effect.
In any case, it should be remembered that it is possible to prepare folk remedies for coughing at home only at the initial stage of the disease and provided there is no allergic reaction to the ingredients used. If the prescription you have chosen does not bring relief after a few days of use, then you should still contact a specialist.
