Favorite Cough and Immunity Boost Syrup Recipe
Are you or someone you love suffering from cough or flu symptoms? Or are you simply wanting to boost your immunity and the immunity of your family members this season? Either way, this simple and effective Cough and Immunity Boost Syrup Recipe will help to strengthen your immune system and have you back on your feet in no time.
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I am not a doctor. Health benefits may vary. The information in this post is informational only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Consult with your doctor as needed. This recipe is complementary and is not a replacement for conventional medical treatments. Some ingredients can irritate skin, eyes, and other body parts. Use at your own risk. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website. I am not liable for any direct or indirect consequences resulting from the use of the information provided. (WARNING: Do not feed honey to children under the age of 1.)
Cough and Immunity Boost Syrup
This combination of healthy ingredients, all of which can quite easily be found in a grocery store or online, provides a powerhouse of immune support. Take a look at some of the potential health benefits of each ingredient:
- Onion – Relieves sore throat and coughing symptoms
- Honey – Soothes sore throat, cough, and cold symptoms; strengthens immunity (WARNING: Do not feed honey to children under the age of 1.)
- Apple Cider Vinegar – Sore throat relief; body detox
- Lemons – Soothes flu, cold, and fever
- Garlic – Boosts immune system; helps treat fever, cough, and stomach ache
- Ginger – Reduces pain and inflammation; cold and flu prevention
- Turmeric – Rich in antioxidants; detoxifying
- Cayenne Pepper – Boosts immunity; relieves respiratory problems
- Black Pepper – Boosts bioavailability of turmeric; helps fight infections
Ingredients you’ll need
To get started making this recipe, you’ll first want to gather all your ingredients.
Here is what you’ll need:
1 medium
Onion, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup
1/4 cup
1 cup (more if preferred)
Water
2 lemons
Lemons, freshly squeezed
2 cloves
Garlic, minced
1-inch piece
Ginger, fresh, grated OR 1/2 t dried, ground ginger
1-inch piece
Turmeric, fresh, grated OR 1/2 t dried, ground turmeric
1/4-1/2 teaspoon
Dash
Instructions
How to make and use Cough and Immunity Boost Syrup
- Peel and slice onion. Add to medium-sized bowl or jar.
- Add remaining ingredients. Mix well. Adjust to taste, if needed. Cover.
- Refrigerate a few hours prior to initial use to combine flavors.
- Take one tablespoon of liquid every hour to strengthen immunity or until symptoms subside.
- Store in refrigerator for 3-5 days.
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