This herbal remedy tastes great and works really well. (I have added links below to purchase your own dried herbs.)
Marshmallow Cough Syrup
2-pint water
2-oz Marshmallow Althaea officinalis
1-oz Chamomile Chamemelum nobile
1-oz Spearmint Mentha spicata or Peppermint Mentha piperita (for taste)
2 cup raw honey (not for child under 1 year old)
¼ cup lemon juice
*Simmer herbs slowly in the water until the liquid is reduced to 1-pint
*Strain using cheesecloth
*Return the liquid to a clean saucepan (should have 2 cups liquid=1 pint) and add 2 cups of raw
honey and simmer until liquid thickens
*Cool and store in the refrigerator in an airtight container
Reheat in small portions for use.
Dose
1-T every 2 hours for adults
1-t every 2 hours for children
Precautions and Contradictions
Chamomile Chamemelum nobile
Excess consumption of chamomile should be avoided during pregnancy. Chamomile can cause an allergic reaction in individuals sensitive to the Asterceae/Compositae family. Member of this family include: ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, and daises. (1)
Peppermint Mentha Peperita
Do not use during first trimester of pregnancy or while breast-feeding. It may reduce milk production. With couples that are having fertility issues, the male should avoid spearmint. (2)
Marshmallow Althaea officinalis
Marshmallow is generally considered safe when used appropriately.
Spearmint Mentha Spicata
Spearmint is generally considered safe when used appropriately. Essential oil of spearmint in excessive doses can cause gastro-intestinal irritation and depression on the CNS. With couples that are having fertility issues, the male should avoid peppermint. (3)
Reference-American College of Healthcare Sciences, Herb 201 (2013)
You can purchase your own organic herbs here at a great price. Otherwise they should not be hard to find.
Chamomile
Marshmallow
Peppermint
Spearmint
These herbs will go long way, so you can even make your own tea! Simply place the herbs in the tea bag and seal with one swipe of your iron. Mix them any way you like.
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