When cough and phlegm linger, nature offers one of the most effective remedies straight from grandma’s kitchen: onion and honey. By placing honey inside an onion, you create a natural syrup that draws out the onion’s healing juices. This simple, time-tested recipe soothes the throat, clears the lungs, and boosts immunity.
🌱 Why Onion + Honey Works
🧅 Onion
- Rich in sulfur compounds → loosen mucus and phlegm.
- Natural antibacterial & antiviral properties.
- Supports lung cleansing and immunity.
🍯 Honey
- Coats the throat and calms irritation.
- Acts as a natural cough suppressant.
- Enhances onion’s healing effects.
Together, they form a powerful homemade syrup that works quickly and naturally.
🥣 How to Make Onion & Honey Cough Syrup
Ingredients:
- 1 large onion
- 2–3 tablespoons raw honey
Preparation:
- Cut off the top of the onion and hollow out the center.
- Fill the hollow with raw honey.
- Cover and let sit for 6–8 hours (or overnight).
- The honey will draw out onion juice, creating a natural syrup.
🌸 How to Use
- Take 1 teaspoon of syrup every 2–3 hours for cough relief.
- Safe for both adults and children (over 1 year old).
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
✅ Benefits You May Notice
- Cough calms down within hours.
- Lungs and bronchi clear of mucus and phlegm.
- Breathing becomes easier.
- Immune system strengthened naturally.
⚠️ Important Notes
- Not suitable for children under 1 year old (due to honey).
- If cough persists longer than 2 weeks, consult a doctor.
- Use fresh onion each time for best results.
✅ Takeaway:
With just onion and honey, you can make a powerful homemade syrup that clears phlegm, soothes cough, and restores easy breathing—just like magic from grandma’s kitchen!
