Watercress syrup with honey and fennel are great home remedies to fight cough, since they have expectorant properties that help to eliminate secretions present in the airways, solving the cough in a few days.
However, if in addition to the cough there are other symptoms, such as fever, malaise, green phlegm or shortness of breath, for example, it may be indicative of acute bronchitis or pneumonia, and it is important to consult the doctor so that the best treatment is indicated.
Watercress syrup with honey
Watercress is a leaf that has expectorant and decongestant properties, in addition to being able to stimulate the immune system, being, therefore, useful to treat cough.
Ingredients
- Honey; 1 bunch of watercress; juice of 1 lemon.
Method of preparation
Blend 1 packet of fresh watercress and then add 1 tablespoon of honey and juice of 1 lemon. Then, bring the mixture to a simmer until it thickens and acquires a pasty consistency. It is recommended to take 1 tablespoon of this syrup, 3 to 4 times a day.
Fennel syrup
Homemade syrup with fennel is also very effective in fighting cough, as this plant has expectorant properties.
Ingredients
- 500 ml of water; 1 spoon (soup) of fennel seed; 1 spoon (soup) of dried licorice root; 1 spoon (soup) of dry thyme; 250 ml of honey.
Method of preparation
Place water, fennel and licorice in a pan and boil for 15 minutes. Then remove this infusion from the heat, add the thyme and let it rest covered until cool. Then strain, add the honey and heat over a low heat, stirring constantly until it becomes a homogeneous mixture.
It can be taken whenever necessary and can be kept in the refrigerator for a maximum period of 3 months, in a well-capped glass bottle.
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Other useful tips to combat coughing are to avoid drafts and keep your throat hydrated, taking small sips of water several times a day. Inhaling with 1 liter of boiling water and 1 drop of essential oil of marjoram, thyme or ginger also helps to decongest the nose. These last medicinal plants can also be used in the same way for immersion bath, being also indicated for children and babies.
See also how to prepare onion syrup to fight phlegm cough.
