Herbal Cough Medicine

Honey naturally soothes cough by itself. In fact, I’ve heard of doctors recommending a spoonful of honey to children (over a year) for cough. Ginger is naturally anti-inflammatory and has an expectorant action. Chamomile soothes muscles, making it useful in relieving the “tickle” in the throat, plus it promotes restful sleep. Marshmallow Root has one of the highest mucilaginous contents of all herbs and coats and soothes the throat. Cinnamon helps boost immune system and improve taste.

The combination of herbs helps sooth the throat to ease coughing and promote restful sleep. I only use this remedy on children over 1 year of age due to the honey, though you can substitute maple syrup in place of honey.

Homemade herbal cough syrup that soothes the throat to ease coughing and promote restful sleep.
Author: Wellness Mama
Recipe type: Remedy
Serves: 8+

Ingredients
•1 quart of filtered water
•¼ cup Ginger Root (fresh grated or dried)
•¼ cup Chamomile Flowers
•¼ cup Marshmallow Root
•1 tablespoon Cinnamon
•¼ cup lemon juice
•1 cup honey

Instructions
1.Pour the water into a medium saucepan and add the dried herbs.
2.Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
3.Simmer until the volume is reduced by about half. (You will need 1 cup of liquid after herbs are strained off)
4.Pour through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove herbs (compost the herbs!).
5.While liquid is still warm (not boiling) mix with lemon juice and honey and stir well.
6.Store in airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 months.

Notes
I give 1 teaspoon to children and 1 tablespoon to adults as needed for symptoms