Recipe for the Best Bay Leaf Cough and Cold Tea – Stops Cough in 10 Minutes

Ingredients:

• 4-5 fresh or dried bay leaves
• 2 cups of water
• 1 small piece of fresh ginger (about 1 inch), sliced
• 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
• 1-2 teaspoons honey (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions:

1. Boil the Water:
   • In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add Bay Leaves and Ginger:
   • Once the water is boiling, add the bay leaves and sliced ginger to the pot.
   • If using, add the cinnamon stick as well.
3. Simmer:
   • Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes. This allows the bay leaves and ginger to infuse their healing properties into the water.
4. Strain the Tea:
   • After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat. Strain the tea into a mug, discarding the bay leaves, ginger, and cinnamon stick.
5. Sweeten and Serve:
   • Stir in honey to sweeten the tea, adjusting to your taste. If you prefer a bit of tang, add lemon juice as well.
   • Sip the tea slowly while it’s still warm.

Benefits:

• Bay Leaves: Known for their anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, bay leaves help soothe the throat and reduce coughing.
• Ginger: Acts as a natural decongestant and helps ease respiratory discomfort.
• Cinnamon (optional): Adds warmth and further aids in fighting cold symptoms.
• Honey: Soothes the throat and has natural antibacterial properties.
• Lemon Juice (optional): Boosts vitamin C intake and helps clear mucus.

Results:

• This tea should help reduce coughing and provide relief from cold symptoms within 10 minutes. For best results, drink it 2-3 times a day when you’re feeling under the weather.