Lemon peach soaked in alum and honey has long become an effective folk remedy to treat cough, reduce sore throat and enhance resistance.The combination of these 3 ingredients not only helps to reduce cough but also works to reduce symptoms of colds, support the immune system and anti -inflammatory.
Peach lemon peel contains many essential oils with antibacterial and inflammatory reduction very effectively.Lemon intestines have a high content of vitamin C, which enhances the immune system, prevention of flu.The citric acid component in lemon helps to soothe the throat and reduce coughs.
Honey has nearly 200 nutrients such as single sugar, protein, vitamins, minerals and enzymes with natural antibacterial effects, helping to kill bacteria that cause sore throat, soothe the throat and reduce inflammation, enhance strengthResistance.
The alum sugar is cool, capable of soothing the throat quickly.It also helps to soothe the stomach and support digestion, especially good for people with sensitive stomach.
How to soak lemon peaches of honey alum to treat coughs
Here's how to have a peach lemon bottle soaked in honey rock sugar to treat cough effectively this winter.
Raw materials to be prepared:
- Peach lemon: 1kg (choose fresh, old, thin and shiny lemon, not crushed).
- Alum sugar: 0.5kg
- Honey: 1 liter (priority of pure honey, can be purchased at reputable, branded addresses).
- Glass jar has a tight lid: Choose a large jar, wash, disinfect and dry dry to prevent the development of the landmark on the lemon surface.
Lemon peach soaked in honey rock sugar is an effective remedy for respiratory diseases.(Photo: Pasgo)
Steps to soak lemon peach honey sulfate honey:
- Wash peach lemon with diluted salt water to remove dirt and bacteria on lemon peel, dry water and use a thinly sliced knife horizontally, to the whole seed.
- Put a layer of alum sugar into the jar to help lemon not in direct contact with the bottom of the jar, then arrange the slices of lemon, interwoven between the lemon layers is the alum sugar.Repeat this process until the lemon and alum sugar are gone.
- Pour honey into the jar so that it is flooded with lemon and sugar slices.Close the lid to prevent the air from entering, this helps the process of soaking peach more effectively, avoiding bacteria invading.Leave the jar of lemon peach soaked in a cool place, avoid direct sunlight.
The time for soaking lemon peaches of honey alum is at least 4 weeks for the ingredients to blend together.During soaking time, check regularly, if there is a foam, remove it to ensure the quality of the mixture.
How to use lemon peach soaked honey cough
After soaking for more than 4 weeks, the mixture of lemon peach sugar and honey is ready to use.You can use it to treat cough and reduce sore throat according to the following instructions:
-Put lemon slices directly: Each time, take a slice of lemon soaked in the mouth for 5-10 minutes, swallow water slowly to directly impact the throat.
-Mix drinking water: Take 1-2 tablespoons of honey and a few slices of lemon soaked, mixed with warm water (about 40-50 ° C) to drink every morning or when you see the sore throat.
-Frequency of use: Use 1-2 times/day to reduce cough, sore throat and prevent colds, especially in the cold season.
Lemon peach soaked in honey alum is very good for health.(Photo: Marrybaby)
The notes when using lemon peach soaked in honey rock sugar
-Do not use for children under 1 year old: Honey can cause botulism poisoning in children under 1 year of age.
-Use the right dose: Although lemon peach soaked in alum sugar is very good, you should not abuse.Excessive consumption can affect the stomach or cause hyperglycemia.
-Honey allergies should be avoided: If you are allergic to honey, it is best not to use this method.You can refer to other methods to replace.
- Lemon peach soaked in honey sugar is very good, but only prevents and supports treatment.People with dry cough, chronic cough, severe cough need to visit to identify the disease and have effective treatment.
-Properly preserved: When you have opened the lid, store the jar of lemon peach in the refrigerator cooler to ensure quality, avoiding the mixture of mold or fermentation.
Other benefits of honey peach soaked in honey
In addition to supporting the treatment of cough, the mixture of lemon peach soaked in alum sugar has the following benefits:
-Increase the immune system: The abundant vitamin C in lemon helps strengthen the immune system, prevent flu and other infections.
-Improve digestion: Honey combined with lemon helps stimulate digestion, soothe the stomach and reduce symptoms of indigestion.After meals, drinking a glass of water mixed with lemon soaked will help improve digestion effectively.
-Purify the body: Mix 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice soaked with a glass of warm water to drink in the morning when hungry.This drink helps purify the body, provides energy, supports digestion and boosts the immune system.
-Skincare: Lemon and honey both have the effect of lightening the skin, preventing oxidation and preventing aging.