Feeling under the weather? Dealing with a cough or scratchy throat? This post offers a delicious and natural remedy: lemon-ginger syrup! Made with simple ingredients, this homemade syrup can help soothe discomfort and may even offer a boost to your immune system.
Why Lemon and Ginger?
- Lemon: A rich source of vitamin C, which is essential for immune function. Lemons also have antiseptic properties that may help fight infection.
- Ginger: Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, ginger can help soothe a sore throat and ease coughing.
A Simple Recipe for Relief (Yields about 1 cup):
- 1 cup (240 ml) water
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 1-inch knob of ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (or grated)
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
- Honey (optional, for extra soothing)
Easy as 1-2-3: Making Your Comforting Syrup
- Simmer and Sweeten: In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, and cinnamon stick (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Lemon and Ginger Power: Remove the saucepan from heat and add the lemon juice and ginger slices. Let the mixture steep for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
- Strain and Enjoy: Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the ginger slices (and cinnamon stick, if used). Let the syrup cool completely before storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Taking a spoonful of Relief:
- Adults can take 1-2 tablespoons of syrup up to 3 times a day to soothe a sore throat or cough.
- For children over 2 years old, start with 1 teaspoon and adjust as needed.
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