Cough And Congestion
There are many common recommendations for cough and congestion, and we have you covered with products that contain honey, peppermint, marshmallow root, thyme, and more. ...Honey is a time-honored remedy for a sore throat. Peppermint leaves are well known for their healing properties. Not only is it common to find peppermint in an assortment of foods and beverages, but peppermint oil may also help relieve cold symptoms. The menthol may be soothing for a cough, too.
Marshmallow root comes from Althaea officinalis, a perennial that flowers in summer. It’s not the same as the squishy marshmallow that you roast over a fire.
The leaves and roots of the marshmallow plant have been used since ancient times to treat sore throats and suppress coughs.
Some people use thyme for respiratory illnesses. One study found that thyme and ivy herbal extract helped reduce acute cough and severity in study participants. Thyme leaves may contain compounds called flavonoids that relax the throat muscles involved in coughing and lessen inflammation.
Ginger, slippery elm, and turmeric are popular traditional remedies. People often use it to treat nausea and stomach upset, but it may also soothe coughing by breaking up phlegm.
If you have a cough, ginger tea is a good choice. The hot liquid can reduce irritation, dryness, and mucus in your throat. Slippery elm is an ancient remedy for coughing and sore throat. People claim it may reduce inflammation and soothe the lining of your throat. Turmeric has been used traditionally for many ailments over the years, including coughing. Its active compound, curcumin, has potent anti-inflammatory properties. Read More
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