Given how bothersome coughs can be, everyone wants to get rid of them as soon as possible. Cough-causing illnesses are more prevalent in the winter, so it's important to safeguard our health to avoid more serious issues. Smoking can also be the cause of coughing, or it can just be an indication of aging.
A cough occurs when the body is trying to clean the respiratory system and is a sign of problems within. In most cases, a cough is caused by the common cold, flu or bronchitis. The problem is usually treated with over-the-counter medications such as cough syrup, but there is really no evidence that these drugs are effective. Luckily, natural remedies can treat coughs easily and are a far better option than conventional medications.
Continue reading the article to learn how to prepare a homemade cough remedy that will provide relief in no time.
Ingredients
- 400 ml. of water
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 tablespoons of organic honey
Preparation
Boil the water in a pot, then peel the bananas and them in a bowl. Crush the bananas with a wooden spoon, then pour the boiling water over them and leave the mixture to cool down. In the end, add the honey and mix again.
Consume 4 tablespoons of the remedy during the day. Warm up the mixture before consumption and it will easily relieve your cough. The remedy will also help you sleep better due to the high serotonin content of bananas.
