With autumn-winter come many ailments, such as severe colds, flu, sinusitis, tonsillitis and other sore throats. Without replacing a visit to the doctor or medications, some infusions and herbal teas can help relieve pain. First of all because they hydrate, helping to thin out phlegm, and because we tend to drink less water when the weather gets colder. The high temperature of these hot drinks can help decongest the sinuses, as well as moisten them, which can relieve some pain. Combined with inhalations it can really be of great help!
An infusion of thyme to ward off winter ailments
If thyme is reputed to strengthen the immune system, its effectiveness as an infusion remains to be scientifically demonstrated, even if all herbal teas claim its benefit against coughs in cases of colds and bronchitis, or even to soothe the larynx or inflammation of the tonsils if you gargle Esso. Whether you believe this grandmother’s remedy or not, the fact remains that an infusion of thyme can only be good for you, because, as a hot drink, it can have a clearing effect on the respiratory tract.
Leave to infuse for 5 minutes at 100°C to really benefit from all the aromatic fullness of this fragrant herb, which can be sweetened with a teaspoon of honey to soften the throat.
Chamomile herbal tea against digestive disorders
Renowned for its relaxing, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties, chamomile won’t cure gastroenteritis or anxiety, of course, but it can still help relieve digestive pain, acid reflux, and other bloating, as well as encourage you to calm down. . As a hot drink, the infusion of this flower can also help thin mucus, decongest and unclog sinuses and bronchi.
Leave to infuse for 5 minutes at 100°C to fully enjoy its relaxing floral aromas.
A decoction of ginger against nausea
Although no human studies have been conducted on the prevention or treatment of respiratory/infectious diseases or effects on the immune system, ginger still has a reputation for relieving motion sickness and nausea and for having an antiviral effect. As long as you stay under the dose of 2 g per day to avoid causing heartburn, you can still prepare ginger decoctions.
Starting from organic ginger, which therefore does not need to be peeled, simply cut large pieces and boil for ten minutes in a pan full of water. It can then be filtered, and possibly flavored with a teaspoon of honey and lemon juice, once the drink has reached a drinkable temperature (so as not to kill the benefits of this nectar of yellow flowers and citrus fruits).
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