When fighting colds and sore throats, there are several types of organic teas that can provide significant relief and reduce recovery time.
Natural remedies for colds
First, there are well-known varieties such as peppermint and chamomile tea, which are found in almost every home. Peppermint has a soothing effect on the upper respiratory tract , while chamomile is valued for its disinfectant and antibacterial properties , as well as for combating inflammation in the respiratory tract. On the other hand, there are many other types of tea that can also be helpful.
In ancient times, linden tea was taken to combat diseases and remains popular today due to its pleasant taste. Scientifically proven, the mucilage and tannins can have a positive effect on colds and coughs. When there is already an infection in the oral cavity and pharynx with symptoms of cough and hoarseness , coltsfoot tea can be of tremendous help.
In our region, Cystus tea is still not very common and many people are unaware that Cystus extract can be used to help with sore throats.
Also known as a cold tea , green tea is rich in essential oils, tannins, alkaloids, and minerals and vitamins. For this reason, it is often used to treat infectious diseases .
Organic herbal teas for sore throats and coughs
Thyme tea is often recommended for coughs and sore throats , and it's advisable to let it steep for at least 10 minutes. It's also possible to strengthen the body's defenses by providing it with vitamins using the tea. The effect is even greater if you add rosehip tea , which is particularly high in vitamin C , but also has vitamins A, B1, B2, and E.
Rosehip also provides a good amount of minerals, trace elements, tannins, and pectin, which makes it even more special. Meanwhile, gooseberry tea strengthens the immune system.
Sore throat tea can be used as a gargle, as not everyone is an avid tea drinker, but it doesn't need to be swallowed for it to have a healing effect on your throat.
Sage tea is very common and widely used, rich in flavonoids and tannins . If you choose to gargle with sage tea, twice a day is sufficient, letting 2 teaspoons of sage steep for about 10 minutes.
An alternative to sage is arnica , as it is particularly known for relieving inflammation and pain . Additionally, arnica can stimulate the circulation of the mucous membranes, making this tea very useful not only for colds but also for bronchitis.
Tétique organic green tea can be drunk or gargled, as this type of tea can also relieve inflammation. You can sweeten it in a healthy and natural way with honey, which will also have an antibacterial effect.
