Homemade Cough Relief Drink

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Homemade Cough Relief Drink

A natural, kitchen-based alternative to commercial cough syrups

Description

This homemade cough relief drink combines pineapple juice, lemon juice, ginger, honey, and cayenne pepper—ingredients traditionally used to soothe the throat, support mucus breakdown, and provide warming relief. It’s best suited for mild coughs related to colds, throat irritation, or congestion.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pineapple juice (fresh or 100% juice)
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated or sliced
  • 1 tablespoon raw honey
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to tolerance)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ginger:
    Grate or thinly slice the fresh ginger.
  2. Warm the juice (optional but recommended):
    Gently warm the pineapple juice and lemon juice in a saucepan over low heat. Do not boil.
  3. Add ginger:
    Add ginger and simmer for 5–10 minutes to extract flavor and beneficial compounds.
  4. Strain (optional):
    Strain out ginger pieces if desired.
  5. Finish the drink:
    Stir in raw honey and cayenne pepper.
  6. Serve warm for best throat-soothing effect.

Servings

  • Makes: ~1½ cups
  • Serving size: ½ cup
  • Servings per recipe: 3

Suggested Use

  • Drink ½ cup up to 2 times daily
  • Best taken warm, especially in the evening

Estimated Nutritional Information (per ½ cup serving)

(Approximate values)

  • Calories: ~70–80
  • Carbohydrates: ~18 g
  • Sugars: ~15 g
  • Vitamin C: High
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Protein: <1 g

Potential Benefits (Ingredient-Based)

  • Pineapple juice: Contains bromelain, which may help thin mucus
  • Lemon juice: Vitamin C and acidity can soothe the throat
  • Ginger: Warming, anti-inflammatory properties
  • Raw honey: Coats the throat and may reduce nighttime coughing
  • Cayenne: May help open nasal passages and promote circulation

Benefits are based on traditional use and nutritional properties—not guaranteed medical outcomes.

Tips for Best Results

  • Use fresh ginger and fresh lemon juice whenever possible
  • Start with ¼ tsp cayenne if sensitive to spice
  • Drink slowly to allow throat-coating action
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours
  • Reheat gently—do not microwave on high

 

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