Ahhh yes—you’re listing off the legendary combo that’s basically nature’s all-in-one cold & flu elixir. Lemon juice, honey, garlic, onion, and grated ginger? That’s the stuff your grandma and a holistic healer would both swear by.
Here’s how it all comes together:
Immune-Boosting Tonic / Natural Cough Syrup
Ingredients:
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1 small onion, finely sliced
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3–4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
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Juice of 1 lemon
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2–3 tbsp raw honey (local if possible)
Instructions:
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Layer it up:
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In a jar, layer the sliced onion, garlic, and ginger.
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Add lemon juice and honey, then stir gently or let it all sit.
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Steep:
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Let it sit at room temp for a few hours (or overnight in the fridge).
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The mixture will turn syrupy as the honey pulls out the juices.
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Strain (optional), or just take by the spoonful.
How to Use:
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1 tablespoon at a time when you’ve got a sore throat, cough, or feel a cold coming on.
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Can also mix into warm (not boiling!) water for a soothing tea.
Want a version you can simmer into a broth or turn into a throat spray?