How To Make Your Own Powerful Natural Decongestant

Learn how to make your own natural decongestant. Check out the article we found over at Step To Health.

It can’t hurt to know how to make a good, natural decongestant at home. It’s perfect for those days when you have a cold or the flu, or just feel trouble coming on like that first obstruction in the nose or chest that keeps you from breathing freely. This treatment is simple and effective. Also, you won’t experience any of the typical side effects that are sometimes associated with certain medications. Why not give it a try?

The benefits of a natural decongestant

This decongestant is appropriate for the entire family, including children. Its natural ingredients are usually on hand at home; they’re also inexpensive and provide the following benefits:

• Antiviral action
• Decongestant and antibacterial properties
• Stimulate the immune system
• Anti-inflammatory
• Reduces mucus production to allow you to breathe better
• Suitable for the flu, colds, and any time you suffer from allergies

Recipe for a natural decongestant

Ingredients

• ½ tablespoon of ground turmeric (5 g)
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 tablespoons of honey (90 g)
• 3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar (60 ml)
• ½ cup of water (100 ml)
• A pinch of cayenne pepper
• 3 eucalyptus leaves

How do you make it?

• You begin by bring the water to a boil, adding the eucalyptus leaves to make a tea. It’s very easy. Then add your cayenne pepper and the turmeric. You want these to dissolve in the water and release their wonderful benefits.
• Turn off the heat and add your honey, apple cider vinegar, and lemon juice while it’s still warm. Mix them well – this tea shouldn’t be particularly thick.
• Strain your decongestant into a bottle, making sure you don’t retain bits of eucalyptus leaves.
• To take this treatment, just take two tablespoons during the day, and two more before going to bed. For children, reduce the dose to one tablespoon twice a day and again at night.
• You can store this remedy in the fridge for up to two days. It’s best to take it lukewarm, neither too hot or cold. Room temperature is ideal.

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