Leora, I know you take note of what I say. If you want to go healthy, try one or more of these teas.
For a cough and sore throat, here are some of the best teas you can drink to help soothe symptoms.
🌿 1. Ginger Tea
Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, helps ease throat irritation, breaks down mucus.
Tip: Add a bit of honey and lemon for extra soothing effects.
🍯 2. Honey and Lemon Tea
Benefits: Honey coats the throat; lemon provides vitamin C and cuts through mucus.
How to make: Just hot water, a tablespoon of honey, and fresh lemon juice.
🌼 3. Chamomile Tea
Benefits: Naturally soothing, reduces inflammation, may help you sleep better.
Extra: Inhaling chamomile steam can also ease throat discomfort.
🌿 4. Peppermint Tea
Benefits: Menthol acts as a mild decongestant and soothes the throat.
Note: Avoid if you have acid reflux, as peppermint can worsen it.
🌿 5. Licorice Root Tea
Benefits: Coats the throat and has mild antiviral/anti-inflammatory properties.
Caution: Avoid if you have high blood pressure or are on certain medications.
🌿 6. Slippery Elm Tea
Benefits: Contains mucilage, which coats and soothes the throat lining.
Very effective: Especially for dry or scratchy throat.