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How to Make It:
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Simmer: In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
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Infuse: Add the cloves, cinnamon stick, and lemon slices. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer gently for 10-15 minutes to allow the spices to release their beneficial properties.
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Strain: Carefully pour the liquid through a fine-mesh strainer into your mug.
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Sweeten: Let it cool for a minute or two, then stir in honey if using. (Adding honey when the liquid is too hot can reduce its beneficial enzymes).
How to Use For Best Results:
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Drink this warm tonic twice daily (once in the morning and once in the evening) for three days.
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Pro Tip: Before drinking, carefully inhale the rising steam for a few moments. This can help moisturize and soothe your nasal passages and lungs.
Why These Ingredients Work:
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Cloves: prized for their antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, they may help reduce throat irritation and break up mucus.
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Cinnamon: provides a natural warmth, helps fight inflammation, and can soothe a scratchy throat.
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Lemon: a great source of vitamin C and antioxidants, which are crucial for immune support and overall respiratory health.
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Honey: a time-honored natural cough suppressant that coats and soothes the throat.
A Note of Care: While this tonic is excellent for providing symptomatic relief, it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If your cough is severe, lasts longer than a week, or is accompanied by a high fever, please consult a healthcare provider.
Here’s to breathing easy and finding natural comfort
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