How to Make Healthy Syrups at Home
News of the week:
- 1 teaspoon dried valerian roots, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon balm leaves
- 1 cup (tea) of honey
Preparation mode:
- Place the herbs in a bowl and cover with honey .
- Cover and let rest for 24 hours.
- Squeeze the herbs and strain.
- Take 2 tablespoons 30 minutes before bedtime.
Flu: Caused by a virus, it infects the airways and, if left untreated, can trigger sinusitis or pneumonia. The main symptoms are: tiredness, indisposition, headache and body aches , fever and runny nose.
Ingredients:
- 2 fresh guaco leaves
- 1/2 cup (tea) of filtered water
- 2 tablespoons of pure lemon juice
- 1/2 cup (tea) of honey
Preparation mode:
- Bring the guaco and water to a boil in a kettle for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat, cover, wait to cool and strain.
- Mix lemon and honey .
- Take 2 tablespoons per day.
Sore throat: Inflammation is a response to the body’s low immunity. In cases of acute inflammation, control is done with antibiotics, which must be used with a doctor’s prescription.
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons of orange blossoms
- 1 lemon , peeled, cut into quarters
- 3 peeled garlic cloves _
- 1 cup (tea) of honey
Preparation mode:
- In a pot, gather the ingredients, except the honey , and knead with the handle of a spoon.
- Mix the honey , cover and let it rest for 12 hours.
- Strain, squeezing well.
- Take 3 tablespoons of the syrup a day.
Tonsillitis: Caused by impurities and bacteria, excessive intake of alcoholic beverages or consumption of very hot or cold foods , tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils.
Ingredients:
- 2 peeled garlic cloves _
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon of dried sage flowers
- 1 tablespoon white rose petals
- 1/2 cup (tea) of honey
Preparation mode:
- In a glass, mash the garlic , basil, sage and rose petals with the handle of a spoon.
- Pour the honey , cover and let it rest for 12 hours, in an airy place.
- Strain, squeezing well, and take 1 spoon (coffee) 3 times a day.
Aphonia: Partial or total loss of voice, this problem usually occurs after tonsillitis, bronchitis, pharyngitis, flu or laryngitis.
Ingredients:
- 1 grated carrot
- 1 slice of peeled pineapple , chopped
- 3 cups of water (tea)
- 3 tablespoons of honey
Preparation mode:
- In a pan, place the carrot , pineapple and water .
- Place over low heat, stirring for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and wait for it to cool. Strain and mix the honey .
- Take 4 tablespoons per day.
Lack of Appetite: Lack of food can generate weakness, anemia , weakness, difficulty concentrating, memory loss, gastritis, etc.
Ingredients:
- 2 radishes, chopped
- 1 cup (tea) chicory
- 2 cups (tea) of honey
Preparation mode:
- Mix the radishes and chicory in a pan and mash with a wooden spoon.
- Cover with honey and mix.
- Place in the fridge and let it rest for 8 hours.
- Strain and take 1 tablespoon every 6 hours.
Anemia: It is a failure in the production of red blood cells in the bloodstream, mainly caused by a deficient diet in some nutrients, especially iron , which is quite present in red meat and other animal products.
Ingredients:
Preparation mode:
- Put all the ingredients in a pan (preferably iron ) and bring to a boil for 10 minutes.
- Allow to cool, strain and take 1 tablespoon every 8 hours.
Cough: It is the body’s defense against irritations that occur in the respiratory system. But it can also be a sign of more serious diseases like lung cancer . Therefore, if the cough persists for more than 3 consecutive days, consult a doctor.
Ingredients:
Preparation mode:
- In a bowl, mash the cubed pineapple with a fork and add the water .
- Add the propolis and honey .
- Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Take 1 tablespoon (soup) a day.
Heartburn: Characterized by a burning sensation in the stomach , heartburn is caused by changes in gastric juice and also by the return of this liquid to the esophagus (reflux).
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh fennel leaves and seeds
- 1/2 cup (tea) of honey
Preparation mode:
- Place the mint and fennel in a pot and mash it with a pestle or the handle of a spoon until it becomes a paste.
- Add the honey , mix and let it rest in the fridge for 6 hours.
- Strain and take 1 tablespoon every 10 hours.
Poor Digestion: Excessive eating, fluid intake during meals and insufficient chewing are the main causes of the problem, which can trigger heartburn , gas and stomach pain .
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon fresh marjoram leaves
- 1/2 cup (tea) of honey
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Preparation mode:
- Mash the marjoram leaves well in a bowl.
- Add the honey , mix and let it sit for 12 hours.
- Strain and take 1 tablespoon 15 minutes after main meals (lunch and dinner).