Description

This blog is a part of my Personal Project for school. It's a compilation of recipes for various mild ailments with scientific evidence. They are labeled by ailment, difficulty, ingredient and region of origin.

Saturday, 28 September 2013

Cough and Sore Throat Remedy: Turmeric and Honey

Ingredients:

Photo Credit: Steven Jackson Photography

  • 1 tsp of Honey
  • Turmeric



Method: 
  1. Spoon 1 tsp of honey 
  2. Sprinkle turmeric to cover the honey
  3. Consume mixture every 2 hours



Why it works

Honey has anti-bacterial properties to kill the bad bacteria and prevent infection. It is also a humectant, it gives moisture and soothes a dry throat and cough. It is also a hypertonic osmotic (it draws fluid from inflamed tissue). This reduces the swelling in the throat. Turmeric is also an anti-bacterial substance. It's able to prevent the condition from worsening.


Caution: Turmeric can leave a yellow stain. Do not use turmeric if you have gallstones or are taking blood thinners.
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4 comments:

  1. Anonymous4 November 2013 at 06:55

    Very useful information,it is easy and economical .Keep us updated with more home remedies.Thanks Ash.

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  2. Anonymous4 November 2013 at 07:14

    Very interesting project work Ash.You have done a great job.Wish you all the best.

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  3. Mallika6 November 2013 at 05:48

    Both Honey and Turmeric are excellent for treating congestion. Never thought of using them together. Thanks for bringing it up.

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  4. Assunta Christie11 November 2013 at 03:45

    Good remedies for common problems - very concisely presented with reasons why the remedies work. Great job!

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