As every year, coughing, runny nose and sneezing can be hard for us. The nose is still dripping persistently, the head aches constantly, so it's no wonder that we are looking for shelter and blissful silence under a warm blanket.There is no way to escape from colds, but you can fight them effectively.And home remedies!
Certainly when we have a fever for a long time and we are weak. Let us not underestimate such a state, our he alth is the most important thing. On the other hand, we are able to deal with the proverbial scratching in the throat or stuffy nose without taking harmful pills.
In Mother Nature's first aid kit, we can find many preparations that will quickly help us deal with a cold.The most popular are home-made chicken broth, raspberry, birch or onion juice, linden tea or milk with honey and garlic, prepared by our grandmothers and great-grandmothers.Not only do they contain no preservatives, but they also quickly warm up, have anti-inflammatory and bactericidal properties, and also help to clear the respiratory tract.
If we want to be in good shape in autumn and winter, do not forget about a properly balanced diet. Our menu must include fruit and vegetables, and as a he althy snack, nuts must be included.
Let's also remember about the movement. Don't let the cold and rain stop us from walking or jogging every day.The outfit is equally important - it is best to wear the so-called onion to avoid overheating.So prepared, we won't let the frost go.
If you asked our mothers or grandmothers about a proven specific for colds, they would answer without hesitation that it is chicken broth.This nutritious soup not only warms you up quickly, but also accelerates the expectoration of secretions in the bronchi and lungs.
Ingredients
medium chicken, 3 carrots, parsley, onion, 2 tablespoons of chopped dill, a few grains of black and red pepper, s alt, ground pepper.
Preparation method
Wash the chicken and cook it over low heat. Peel the onion, chop it and fry in oil.Peel the carrots and parsley, wash them and cut them into sticks, then put them in the stock.We add peppercorns. Season with ground pepper and s alt.Cook until vegetables and meat are soft. Sprinkle with dill.
1. Medicinal sage is an irreplaceable astringent and anti-inflammatory agent for rinsing the mouth, throat and larynx.The essential oil obtained from its leaves is also used in medicine.
2. Thyme has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It lowers blood pressure and fights acne.
3. Onion inhibits the growth of pathogenic microorganisms, helps in the fight against free radicals and lowers the level of bad cholesterol.