When a cough just won’t go away or your lungs feel heavy, nature offers powerful and gentle remedies. These two recipes, used together, help soothe your throat, clear mucus, and support lung health—without the need for harsh medicines.
Let’s make both in minutes using simple ingredients you may already have at home!
🍵 Recipe 1: Hot Bay Leaf Tea (for Lung Cleansing)
Ingredients:
- 3 dried bay leaves
- 1 cup hot water
- Optional: a slice of lemon
Instructions:
- Boil water and pour it over the bay leaves in a mug.
- Cover and steep for 10 minutes.
- Remove the leaves and sip slowly while warm.
- Optional: Add a slice of lemon for extra vitamin C.
Benefits:
- Helps open the airways
- Eases chest congestion
- Fights mild inflammation
- Soothes the respiratory tract
Drink 1–2 cups daily, especially in the morning or evening.
🍯 Recipe 2: Honey & Bay Leaf Syrup (for Soothing Cough)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 5 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons raw honey
Instructions:
- Simmer bay leaves in 1 cup of water for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat, strain out the leaves.
- Let the liquid cool slightly, then stir in lemon juice and honey.
- Pour into a glass jar and store in the fridge.
How to Use:
- Take 1 tablespoon in the morning and 1 before bed.
- Children over 1 year: 1 teaspoon (always consult a pediatrician first).
Benefits:
- Calms dry or wet coughs
- Coats and soothes the throat
- Supports immune and respiratory function
🌬️ Why This Combo Works
Bay leaves act as a natural expectorant, helping to loosen mucus and clear it from the lungs. Honey and lemon soothe irritation and boost the immune system. Together, they offer gentle, effective relief from cough and chest tightness—naturally.
Use both recipes daily for a few days and feel the difference in your breathing!
Always consult a doctor if symptoms persist more than a few days or worsen.
