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home remedies for flu
Natural medicine is very generous, home remedies for the flu provide us with an excellent option when it comes to fighting these plagues that sometimes overwhelm us, without the need to resort to drugs.
We show you some very popular options in families that for generations fight the flu naturally.
Citronella, lemon balm, honey
This is a popular recipe that provides a surprising sense of relief due to its good taste and fantastic aroma. You finally find the ingredients in the patios of the houses and its preparation is very simple.
Ingredients:
Citronella leaves.
Lemon balm leaves.
2 lemons.
3 tablespoons of honey.
Preparation:
Just take several lemongrass leaves, some lemongrass straws and place them in a pot with 2 cups of water until it boils for about 7 minutes.
Remove from the heat, then add the juice of the 2 lemons and the 3 tablespoons of honey to sweeten. It is recommended to take it lukewarm to feel the sensation of relief and help decongest more effectively.
Red onion and oregano oil
This recipe acts as a natural expectorant, ridding the bronchial tubes of mucus. It is perfect to take in case of poorly cured flu, which leaves the sensation of having accumulated phlegm, it costs only 3 ingredients and it is easy to make.
Ingredients:
1 large red onion.
1 cup of oregano leaves.
1 small cup of cooking oil.
To prepare this recipe you must cut the red onion into small pieces, add together with the oregano leaves in the oil previously heated over medium heat, mix the ingredients well until you wait for the onion to be well browned.
Then you turn off the heat and let it rest to proceed to strain the oil and store it in a small glass jar, this being the remedy par excellence to be used as a natural expectorant.
A teaspoon should be taken in the morning and at night before going to sleep until the amount of oil prepared is consumed.
Garlic, honey and lemon tea
To quickly relieve the flu and not exacerbate it causing respiratory problems, this recipe is wonderful. Its ingredients have great qualities and benefits if we talk about flu treatment.
Garlic is antibacterial and analgesic, honey works as a lubricant for the throat, as well as helping to reduce inflammation and disinfect. Lemon is antiseptic and has a high content of vitamin C.
Ingredients:
4 cloves of garlic.
2 tablespoons of honey.
1/2 lemon.
1 cup of water.
Preparation:
You can crush or grate the garlic cloves if you wish, so that later you take them to a pot, add the cup of water and boil.
After 5 minutes that it reaches the boiling point, add the lemon juice, and the 2 tablespoons of honey, mix the ingredients well, turn off the heat, place the lid on the pot and let it rest.
This recipe has a dosage of one tablespoon 3 times a day until finished with the content of the recipe.
star anise tea
Star anise is of antiviral origin thanks to the properties it has in its composition, for this mixture you will only need:
Ingredients:
A handful of star anise.
2 cups of water.
Honey bee (optional)
Preparation:
This is a quick recipe that you can easily make even in a microwave. You just have to have the hot water and then add the star anise, cover the mixture and let it rest for 5 minutes.
At the time of consuming this recipe you can add honey to taste if you wish, it is recommended to drink this tea 3 times a day.
Eucalyptus inhalations
Eucalyptus acts as a natural expectorant, ideal when the state of the flu has congested the nostrils and makes it difficult to breathe normally.
Ingredients:
5 drops of eucalyptus oil, or fresh or dried leaves of the eucalyptus plant.
1 liter of water.
Preparation:
Place the liter of water on the fire for about 10 minutes, when it begins to boil add the drops of eucalyptus oil or the leaves. Get close to the pot using a towel over your head to catch the steam.
You must inhale for about 20 seconds, then rest for about 10 seconds and inhale the steam again for 20 more seconds, repeat this process until you feel that your nostrils have been uncovered.
elderberry tea
Elderberry is an excellent natural remedy for flu that can cause fevers.
Ingredients:
1 small cup of elder leaves.
2 cups of water.
1/2 lemon.
Honey or sugar to sweeten.
Preparation:
Boil the water, when it is at that point add the cup with the elder leaves, let it continue boiling for about 3 minutes and turn off the heat.
Then add the juice of half a lemon and honey or sugar, let stand for 2 minutes. It is recommended to consume a cup 3 times a day for best results.
Without a doubt, these natural medicines have accompanied many families for generations. They are 100% effective and help fight flu discomfort from day one.
Now, if you already have more than 5 days or 8 days with nasal discomfort, fevers and headaches or body aches, you should see your trusted doctor.
