Winter is just around the corner, and it won’t be long before the problems of the season are upon you. Seasonal coughs and colds are some of the most annoying aspects of the colder weather, but they aren’t always cured with over-the-counter medicines that have artificial chemicals and risky side effects. That’s why it’s a better idea to use natural methods of healing when it comes to seasonal conditions.

You probably have a whole host of natural remedies sitting in your kitchen at this very moment. One of the most efficient remedies against a winter cold and cough is pineapple juice primarily due to its ability to help sooth soreness in the throat.

Why Pineapple Juice?

In 2010 a group of Indian researchers discovered just a few years ago that pineapple juice was an effective treatment for tuberculosis when mixed with salt, pepper, and raw honey. The concoction has the ability to soothe a sore throat while simultaneously dissolving mucus. The mixture is able to offer recovery from cold and cough symptoms up to 5 times faster than mass-produced cough syrups bought over the counter.

The main component of pineapple juice that operates as the active ingredient is an enzyme called bromelain. It functions as an antioxidant, helps decrease swelling, and kills bacteria. Pineapple juice in its raw form also provides half of the daily recommended dose of vitamin C, which is critical for fighting against seasonal throat and sinus conditions.

Other nutrients found in pineapple juice include thiamin, riboflavin, vitamins A and B6, folate, magnesium, potassium, and manganese. Every one of these nutrients is vital for optimal health.

Pineapple Juice for Cough Recipe

Raw, unprocessed pineapple juice is the best to use with this recipe, so use a juicer to make your own if you have one. If you don’t have a juicer, be sure to use natural pineapple juice with as little processing as possible. This might be tricky since most of the popular brands have sugar added to them as well as artificial flavors, and they exclude much of the real fruit itself. This reduces the presence of the active elements. The following ingredients will be needed to blend this cough suppressant:

  • 1 Cup Pineapple Juice
  • 1 3-Inch Ginger Root
  • 1 Tablespoon Unprocessed Honey
  • 0.25 Cup Raw Lemon Juice
  • 0.5 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • Pinch of Salt

Mix the ingredients in a blender or send them through the juicer. The daily recommended dose for this remedy is a quarter cup taken three times per day.

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