Useful expectorant infusions to breathe better
No one can escape from the low temperatures or the annoying autumn and winter cold (and why not also summer). That's why it's good to have homemade recipes at hand that, with very simple and accessible ingredients, help us to alleviate the symptoms of the flu. That is why we bring you two very practical recipes for expectorant infusions that will help you breathe better. But let's go in parts.
The cold, the humidity, the bad weather and above all the lowering of temperatures have our organism more defenseless to infections. For this reason it is so common that during the months of autumn and winter our defenses tend to weaken, increasing the risk of contracting common diseases of this time of year, as for example is the case of the flu or colds.
The nasal congestion and the excess mucus they are two of the most common symptoms -or discomfort- directly related to these two diseases so typical and usual at this time of year, so that it is difficult for us to breathe normally.
A very useful natural option when it comes to eliminate mucus naturally is to opt for Expectorant infusions, suitable for reducing mucus and relieve nasal congestion.
How to breathe better with expectorant infusions
Infusion of sage and thyme
For this infusion, highly recommended for the proper functioning of the respiratory tract, we will need the following ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 and 2/3 of cups of water
- 1/3 cup of salvia leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- 2 teaspoons of honey
- 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of pepper powder.
preparation:
The preparation is very simple. First of all we must break the leaves of thyme and sage with our hands and place them in a glass jar. On the other hand, we should put the water over low heat and once it reaches the boil add to the jar with herbs, cover and let stand 30 minutes. Then the preparation is cast in another glass container and honey and apple cider vinegar are added. It is recommended to drink 2 or 3 tablespoons of the expectorant infusion as maximum 3 times a day.
Infusion of ginger, lemon and honey
The ingredients of this expectorant infusion that we present you with properties that will allow you to fight the annoying symptoms of coughs and colds naturally.
The lemon has already well-known curative and preventive qualities, and in addition to providing vitamins helps eliminate toxins and is antioxidant and bactericidal. Honey has antiseptic properties, and is widely used in home remedies for sore throats.
And ginger, perhaps not as well known as the other two ingredients, not only provides a delicious aroma, it is also very good for the respiratory tract. Ginger helps to eliminate toxins, to regulate body temperature, to release the nasal passages and to expectorate.
To prepare the infusion of ginger, honey and lemon we must cut 2 thin slices of ginger and bring to boil between 10 and 15 minutes. Another possibility is to grate the same amount of ginger and place it with boiling water for 20 minutes inside a thermos. Then add the lemon juice and honey. You will see what a good result you will get when you have the cold and the flu.
Syrup to relieve mucus and nasal congestion
The same ingredients used in the infusion of ginger, lemon and honey can be used to prepare a syrup to accompany infusions.
To make it, place it in a glass jar with a lid and place sliced ginger and lemon together with honey. A paste similar in consistency to gelatin will be formed, which we will then use to make expectorant infusions. Simply place a spoonful of this natural syrup and add boiling water.
The preparation is super practical because it can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 months in the fridge, ready to be used in case of a sore throat or cold. This article is published for informational purposes only. It can not and should not replace the consultation with a Physician. We advise you to consult your Trusted Doctor. ThemesInfusions
