This article provides natural remedies for treating cough that are completely safe for children. They can also help adults, but the dosage should be tripled.
Recipe 1: Apple, Onion, and Potato
Boil one apple, one onion, and one potato in 1 liter of water over low heat until the liquid is reduced by half. Strain the mixture.
- Children: Take 1 teaspoon 3 to 4 times a day
- Adults: Take 3 tablespoons 3 to 4 times a day
Recipe 2: Cabbage Juice
Fresh cabbage juice mixed with sugar in equal proportions is an excellent natural expectorant. A decoction of cabbage mixed with honey (1:1 ratio) is also effective.
Recipe 3: Pine Bud Tea
Pour 200 ml of water into a pot and add 1 tablespoon of pine buds. Bring to a boil, then let it rest for 30 minutes. Strain and drink.
- Children: 1 to 2 tablespoons 3 to 4 times a day
- Adults: Triple the dosage
Recipe 4: Honey and Olive Oil
Mix honey and olive oil in equal parts at room temperature.
- Children: Take 1 teaspoon 3 to 4 times a day
- Effective even for whooping cough
Recipe 5: Boiled Lemon with Honey
Place one whole lemon (with peel) in water and boil over low heat for 10 minutes. Let it cool, peel it, and extract the juice. Mix the juice with an equal amount of natural honey. Stir well.
- Children: Take 1 teaspoon 2 to 3 times a day, one hour before meals
- Adults: Triple the dosage
Note: For adult treatment, the effectiveness increases with a threefold increase in dosage. Always consult with a healthcare provider if symptoms persist or worsen.
