We have ended 2024 just like we ended 2023, filled with many viruses and infections. Colds, Influenza A, COVID-19… There’s a real meltdown We are surrounded by people who all have fevers, headaches, coughs, general malaise, and runny or stuffy noses at the same time.my arrivalthe harshest winter The severe drop in temperatures has brought on colds and various respiratory infections, but there’s a way to cope better.
In addition to resting, drinking fluids, and following your doctor’s recommendations, you’ll find immediate relief and health with these infusions, in addition to helping us cope better with the cold. You can drink them at home or keep them warm in a thermos. You’ll feel better soon.
ginger
Ginger rhizome is rich in essential oils and is considered a first-rate resource in combating common cold symptoms, such as coughs, muscle aches, headaches, and mild fevers.
How to get it. Cut fresh ginger into a slice (or 3 grams of dry powder), add it to cold water and boil for five minutes. Let it rest and strain. Honey can be added to tone down the strong and somewhat spicy taste of ginger.
spring
This plant is typical of oak and beech forests and has a pronounced balsamic and mucolytic effect. Primula veris root decoction is a traditional remedy for clearing the throat and draining mucus. It is very useful when a person feels cold, has severe nasal congestion, sneezes frequently, is weak, has cramps, or even has a fever of a few tenths of a degree.
How to get it. The root is used, but also an infusion of its leaves and flowers. Since it can be a little bland, you can add lemon juice if you want to give it a little flavor.
Purple
When a cold is accompanied by a persistent or somewhat explosive cough, delicate violet (Viola odorata) may be an interesting choice. In addition to relieving coughs and relieving airway congestion, its salicylic acid can also help relieve cough pain and a heavy head. It also has diaphoretic properties and helps reduce fever.
How to get it. Make a simple infusion, or mix with poppy petals. The ratio is one tablespoon of mixture per cup. Let it rest for eight minutes. The herb is dark in color and has a rich caramel flavor.
hyssop
This beautiful aromatic plant blooms almost in the fall and provides a complete remedy for cough relief and clearing the nose and respiratory tract as it helps eliminate excess mucus. Because of its antibacterial effects, it can also be helpful if a cold leads to a flu infection.
how to take. Mix equal parts of hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) bouquets with mint at a ratio of one tablespoon of the mixture per cup of water. Boil it for two minutes and strain. It has a subtle flavor, like thyme but softer, and the mint enhances the flavor.
mallow
The beautiful mallow (Malva sylvestris) may be the best solution for treating the typical cold that presents with a stuffy nose, scratchy throat, and coughing attacks that can sometimes be irritating. It has been eaten as a vegetable before Jesus Christ, and the crushed leaves are used to treat insect bites and burns.
How to get it. Simply steep or drink with green fennel seeds. The ratio is one tablespoon of mixture per cup. Infuse for ten minutes and strain. The drink is dark and dramatic in color, with an herbal flavor sweetened by anise.
myrtle
This beautiful shrub is a close relative of the eucalyptus and has the same balsamic and antibiotic properties, which can be explained by the action of its essential oil. Myrtle (myrtle) is an excellent solution for fighting colds with excessive phlegm, frequent sneezing and difficulty breathing.
How to get it. To cleanse the respiratory tract, use essential oils in vapor form: add 1 gram of essential oil per half a liter of water. You can also soak some dressings with the infusion of the leaves and apply them very hot to the sore chest.
elder
Planting elderberries (Sambucus nigra) near farmhouses or small villages used to be a very wise custom, as this tree had great medicinal and nutritional potential. It is known for its diaphoretic and diuretic properties and is very useful in fighting the flu process.
How to get it. Elderflower is often taken as an infusion along with plantain to help reduce irritation to mucous membranes. It is recommended to drink two to three hot drinks per day. This drink has a slightly sweet and honeyed taste that many people enjoy.