Garlic Honey
Especially useful for fighting respiratory infections - colds, flu, coughs - and ear infections. Also lowers high blood pressure and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
- Half a jar of good quality honey
- 1 bulb of garlic
Method
Simply crush the garlic and stir it into the honey. Store in a cool place.
Take 1 or 2 tsp daily
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Thyme and Liquorice Cough Syrup
Eases tight chests, sore throats and coughs.
- 2 tbsp liquorice root shredded or finely chopped
- 2 tbsp dried thyme
- 500ml/1 pint of water
- 200g/5oz honey or sugar
Method
- Put the chopped liquorice root in a pan, add the water and bring to the boil. Cover with a tight fitting lid and simmer gently for 20 mins.
- Remove the pan from the heat, add the thyme, stir, place a lid on the pan and leave to infuse for 20 mins.
- Strain the mixture into a measuring jug or another pan.
- Return the liquid to the heat and, once warm, add the honey or sugar.
- Dissolve slowly and simmer for a few minutes, stirring all the time, until you reach a syrupy consistency. Let the mixture bubble for a moment, but do not overheat as it will turn into caramel toffee instead.
- Allow to cool.
- Pour the mixture into clean bottles and label with the name, date and dose. Use within 6 months.
Dose
- Adult: 2-3 teaspoons 3-6 times daily.
- Child: 1 teaspon 3-4 times daily.
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