LICORICE AND COUGH, LICORICE AND SORE THROAT

LICORICE AND COUGH, LICORICE AND SORE THROAT

This herb can treat respiratory tract infections, such as a sore throat, cold, cough and asthma. Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties help reduce inflammation of the bronchial tubes and calm the airways. It even loosens and thins mucus in airways, which eases congestion and coughing.

Combine 1 Tbsp (15 ml) of crushed Liquorice, or licorice root with 2 cups (500 ml) of water in a small saucepan. Simmer the mixture on your stove over low heat for 15-20 minutes. Filter before drinking.

Drink the tea while still warm to help treat a cold, cough, or upper respiratory infection

Combine a ¼ cup of Liquorice, or licorice root with a 1-inch (2.5-cm) piece of ginger (sliced) and 2 quarts (2000 ml) of water. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and drink while still warm. This particular blend can be used to treat colds, sore throat, and indigestion.

Chew a piece of Liquorice, or licorice, Licorice in the mouth 5 to 15 minutes, it numbs the throat and acts as a demulcent, coating your throat in a thin layer of mucus that soothes it, Licorice contains anti-bacterial compounds that fight the bacteria that cause cavities and bad breath

read more