How to Make Honey Ginger Lemonade for Colds and Sore Throats

The common cold, including seasonal flu, head cold, and chest cold, are caused by viruses.  People typically use over-the-counter and prescribed medications to alleviate symptoms like congestion, runny nose, cough, and sore throat.  As for flu, the symptoms are quite similar, but also include muscle soreness and headache.

The problem with over-the-counter drugs is that they provide temporary relief.  Plus, they often come with side effects like vomiting and nausea.  Other less common effects have also been reported.  This is the reason why more and more people are turning to alternative medicine, reaching for all-natural remedies to stop their coughing, help them sleep at night, and recover faster.

When it comes to treating a cold naturally, the first step involves a complete elimination of added sugars and processed foods.  Eating plenty of whole, real foods is critical!  Also, it is recommended to eat superfoods that contain healing properties and immune-boosting nutrients.

How To Make Honey Ginger Lemonade For A Colds And Sore Throat

This lemonade is packed with micronutrients, vitamins, minerals, and antibacterial properties that soothe the system and help you recover in no time.

Honey Ginger Lemonade Recipe

This makes a batch for a few servings.  Keep refrigerated and sip during the day for the duration of your cold.  This beverage helps boost immunity and can be also used when you are healthy.

Ingredients

• 10 sprigs fresh mint
• 3 cups water
• 1 ½ cups fresh squeezed lemon juice
• ½ cup raw honey
• ¼-½ cup peeled fresh ginger slices
• 5 cups ice cubes

Instructions
Mix all the ingredients, except for the ice, and stir until fully combined.  Press the mint and ginger with the stirring utensil to release flavor. Add the ice and refrigerate.

Health Benefits

1. Mint
Mint clears the airways and the respiratory system, while its expectorant properties help reduce mucus and phlegm associated with cold. It also contains anti-inflammatory properties that cleanse the body of cold-causing bugs and boost immunity.

2. Lemon
Lemon has alkalizing effect on the body, creating an alkaline environment in which disease cannot thrive. Its vitamin C content shortens the duration of colds, boosts the immune system, and detoxifies the body.

3. Ginger
Ginger is known for its pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties, and has been said to rival various pain-relief drugs.  It also helps clear out toxins, boost immunity, and soothe an upset stomach.

4. Honey
Honey can be used in children who are over 1 years old! The honey utilized in this recipe helps coat a sore throat and thus relieve pain and coughing. It has been scientifically shown that honey is capable of relieving nighttime coughing and improving sleep.  It is one of the most potent and long-used medicinal foods, known for its antibacterial, anti-allergenic, and anti-inflammatory properties.

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