Table of Contents
1. Peppermint
2. Ginger
3. Licorice
4. Green tea
5. Thyme
6. Elderberries
7. Turmeric
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A severe cough can really interfere with daily activities and make it difficult to sleep soundly.Plus, sound
cough
Continuously can also disturb the people around you.
One natural way to overcome this is to consume cough suppressant drinks, such as boiled water
herbs
.
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There are many types of herbs that you can prepare yourself to make cough suppressant drinks.These various plants have been proven to be effective through various studies.
These various cough suppressant drinks not only help hydrate the body, but also soothe an irritated throat and remove phlegm.
Some types of herbal decoctions even have special ingredients that can speed up the cough healing process.Quoting from various sources, here are several herbs that can be boiled and made into a drink to relieve severe coughs.
1. Peppermint
Peppermint leaves are widely known as an ingredient in chewing gum, toothpaste, and tea.According
Healthline
, the menthol content in peppermint can help thin mucus and dissolve phlegm in the throat.
You can make a peppermint decoction using just a few leaves.Apart from being safe to consume, this decoction also has no side effects unless you are allergic to these leaves.
2. Ginger
Ginger has long been used as a traditional medicine for various health problems, including coughs.Ginger decoction can help thin mucus and clear phlegm from the lungs.
Tips from
Very Well Health
, you can make it by boiling fresh ginger pieces for about 15 minutes.Please remember, excessive consumption of ginger can cause digestive disorders and can interact with blood thinning drugs.
3. Licorice
Licorice is a herbal ingredient that is often used in traditional Chinese medicine.This herb has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which help inhibit the growth of bacteria and viruses that cause coughs.
Although human research is still limited, animal studies show licorice can reduce cough frequency by up to 78 percent.However, pregnant women should avoid consuming this herb because it can affect blood pressure.
4. Green tea
Decoction of green tea leaves is rich in antioxidants which are beneficial for general body health.Apart from being calming, green tea can also help reduce coughs if used as a mouthwash.
However, because it contains caffeine, you should avoid drinking green tea before bed so as not to disrupt the quality of your sleep.
5. Thyme
Thyme is usually used as a kitchen spice, but it is also effective in relieving coughs.Research shows that thyme extract combined with ivy leaves can reduce the severity of acute coughs in bronchitis sufferers.
To make a thyme decoction, steep two teaspoons of crushed thyme leaves in a glass of hot water.
6. Elderberries
Elderberries are often found in cough syrups because of their anti-inflammatory properties and ability to support the body’s immune system.
Consuming boiled elderberry water can help relieve coughs and speed up the healing process from flu or colds that accompany coughs.
7. Turmeric
Turmeric is a spice with various therapeutic properties, including as a cough suppressant drink.The antiviral and antibacterial content in turmeric can treat coughs naturally.
You can mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder and a pinch of salt in a glass of warm milk.You can also mix turmeric with honey and warm water, then drink it twice a day for optimal results.
Choosing a cough suppressant drink made from natural ingredients such as the herbal decoction above can be a safe and effective alternative for relieving severe coughs.Good luck!
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