It's cold season again. To keep colds to a minimum and help you get better as quickly as possible, EdLive offers you 7 grandmotherly remedies to combat colds effectively.
The lemon
This citrus fruit, rich in vitamin C and minerals such as potassium, phosphorus and magnesium, helps boost your immune system. So use it whenever you can. Add it to your glasses of water, hot drinks with honey, dishes... Put it absolutely everywhere to boost your immune system to the max.
Elderflower
This flower helps regulate body temperature and thin nasal secretions. Add 2 teaspoons of elderflower to a tall glass of hot water. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes before drinking. Drink until you feel better.
Inhalation of essential oils
There's nothing like inhalation to stop cold viruses multiplying. The high temperatures of the vapors released by inhalation stop the spread of the virus, which generally multiplies at temperatures between 33 and 35 degrees (nostril temperature). For a good inhalation, simply boil water, fill a bowl three-quarters full, add coarse salt and a few drops of eucalyptus, thyme or peppermint essential oils, place a towel over your head and breathe in through your nose for a good ten minutes. The process can be repeated several times a day.
Sage leaf
Sage is a bactericidal and antiviral plant that is effective against colds. Drink it as an infusion to treat yourself. In a large glass of milk or hot water, infuse 3 sage leaves for 10 minutes, then remove them before adding 2 teaspoons of honey. Drink regularly until symptoms improve.
Le Grog
As old as time itself, the toddy, a drink made with rum, honey and lemon, helps purify the body. This antiseptic drink helps eliminate toxins and fight infection. To make it, boil a large cup of water, add a tablespoon of honey, another of rum and the juice of half a lemon, then add cinnamon or nutmeg to taste. It's best drunk hot, and just before going to bed, for optimum effectiveness.
Chicken broth
Used for generations, chicken broth acts as an anti-inflammatory and helps your immune cells to better defend themselves. What's more, it speeds up the movement of mucus in your nose, helping to relieve congestion. You can find the recipe here.
Ginger
This ancient cold remedy can be used in a variety of ways. You can either take it as an herbal tea or put pieces of it in your bath. For a good ginger tea, put a tablespoon of grated ginger in a cup of hot water and leave to infuse for 10 minutes. If you want to use it in your bath, run a hot bath and add 5 slices of ginger. The vapors will clear your nose, and you'll be able to sweat out the toxins once you're out of the water.
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