6. Honey
Honey is an excellent remedy for coughs due to its natural antioxidant content and antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. With its viscous consistency, it coats the mucous membranes of the throat and calms irritation. Its antiseptic properties help fight viruses, and its sweet taste is not only pleasant, but also increases salivation, which helps to thin the mucus and lubricate the airways.
It is important to know that darker honeys have more phenols and antioxidants, which are particularly beneficial against coughing. Acacia, lavender, rosemary and thyme honeys are particularly useful in the case of sore throats and coughs.
Letting a teaspoon of honey melt in your mouth during a coughing fit, or using it to sweeten herbal tea are excellent ways to use it. Honey lozenges are also good, and can be found in any drugstore.
To make it even more effective, add lemon juice. The honey will soothe and protect the irritated tissues, while the lemon juice will give the immune system a boost of vitamin C.
