Treat your cough at home with a natural, simple syrup made from black radish and honey.
- spoon or knife
- in large quantities it can become a diuretic
➡️ It is very effective due to the natural sulfur compounds that have an expectorant, fluidizing and anti-inflammatory effect, calming dry or irritating coughs.
➡️ Cut the top of the radish, gently scoop out the inside, add honey and leave to macerate for 4–8 hours, until the syrup forms at the base.
➡️ Yes, but only for children over 3 years old and in small doses (1 teaspoon 1-2 times a day), taking care of possible digestive reactions.
➡️ It is especially effective for dry coughs, but also for mild productive coughs, by stimulating expectoration.
➡️ Yes, it can be consumed for 3–5 consecutive days, in doses of 1–2 tablespoons per day, but not more than a week without a break or medical advice.
➡️ In case of excessive consumption, it can cause bloating, heartburn or gastrointestinal irritation, especially in sensitive stomachs.
➡️ Yes, black radish can irritate the gastric mucosa, being contraindicated in case of gastric, duodenal ulcers or acute gastritis.
➡️ Generally yes, but it is best to administer it at a distance from other medicinal syrups and with medical advice in chronic cases.
➡️ It is ideal to prepare it daily, but it can be kept for a maximum of 24 hours in the refrigerator, in a closed container, so as not to ferment.
➡️ Yes, it helps to calm coughs, reduces inflammation of the respiratory tract and stimulates the immune system through the content of active compounds and vitamin C.
Comments