How To Prepare 3 Expectorant Remedies For Coughs
In flu and colds the appearance of mucus that causes coughing is frequent. To treat this annoying condition, some natural remedies can be useful.
In this article we share 3 recipes for making expectorant cough remedies. In this way, with natural ingredients we can promote the expulsion of mucus and provide great relief in cases of flu or cold.
Read on to learn about these recipes step by step, as well as the healing properties of their medicinal ingredients. However, we always recommend going to the doctor and consulting him before carrying out any treatment.
3 expectorant remedies for cough
1. Licorice and fennel infusion
Licorice is a natural and home remedy to treat different conditions. Among them, we highlight its expectorant, antitussive, antiviral and demulcent (mucosal protective) virtues. It is an antimicrobial medicinal plant very suitable for all types of respiratory infections.
In addition, fennel is also a good expectorant and cough remedy so common in colds and flu. Therefore, we can combine both plants in a very effective medicinal infusion.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of licorice root (5 g), cut at the moment
- 1 tablespoon of fennel seeds (5 g)
- 1 cup of water (250 ml)
Elaboration
- First, boil the licorice and fennel in the water for 5 minutes.
- Then, cover the casserole and let it rest for 10 minutes.
How do we take it?
- Drink while still warm to take full advantage of its benefits, ideally on an empty stomach and two or three times a day.
- However, people with high blood pressure should always take it under medical supervision, since licorice raises blood pressure .
2. Expectorant Cough Remedies: White Eucalyptus Mist
White eucalyptus ( Eucalyptus globulus ) is the most widely used medicinal plant when making vapors for respiratory conditions. It is recommended in cases of cold, runny nose, cough, asthma and sore throat. Its oil is also used topically to massage the upper back and chest.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of eucalyptus leaf (18 g)
- 4 cups of water (1 l)
Elaboration
- First, boil the eucalyptus leaves in the water for 10 minutes.
- Afterwards, put out the fire and start to steam at least 30 centimeters away, without burning ourselves. We can breathe through the nose and mouth.
- On top of the head we will put a towel or a blanket to create a sauna effect.
- We can also uncover the neck and chest a little to achieve a direct effect of the vapors in that area.
- Make several inhalations and, if necessary, reheat the decoction.
- Later, at the end, we should always bundle up well.
- In addition, we can repeat it several times a day.
How do you make the steam?
Eucalyptus has a very powerful effect, as well as some contraindications and side effects when taken. For this reason , steam is much more recommended, even for children.
3. Ginger, cinnamon and cayenne syrup
The last of these expectorant cough remedies is a syrup that we can make ourselves at home. Also, the ingredients are natural and have many medicinal properties.
This syrup contains 4 ingredients:
- Ginger : It is an expectorant and gives a lot of heat to the entire chest.
- Ceylon cinnamon : Expectorant, anti-inflammatory and antiviral.
- Cayenne Pepper : Supports the immune system and fights congestion.
- Bee honey : Natural antibiotic, bactericidal and antiseptic, relieves cough and facilitates the expulsion of mucus.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons of grated fresh ginger (40 g)
- 1 tablespoon of ceylon cinnamon powder (15 g)
- ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper (2 g)
- 1 cup of honey (340 g)
- 2 cups of water (500 ml)
Elaboration
- To start, in a saucepan, bring all the ingredients to a boil, except the honey, over low heat for at least half an hour.
- Next, strain the medicinal plants and bring to the boil only the already filtered decoction together with the honey.
- Afterwards, leave the pot uncovered to allow the water to evaporate and thus achieve the texture of the syrup, for at least 15 minutes.
- Finally, let it cool down and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
How do you take the syrup?
- Take 1 tablespoon half an hour before each meal, alone or mixed with hot water.
Now we know three expectorant remedies for cough, homemade and easy to prepare. These will allow us to calm this respiratory condition effectively. However, we always recommend going to the doctor and following all his recommendations.
