Here’s a gentle, natural approach people often use to soothe a lingering cough or bronchitis symptoms using garlic and lemon. This isn’t a cure, but it can help support your body while it heals.
🍋🧄 Garlic & Lemon Remedy (Soothing, Not Harsh)
Why these help
- Garlic: traditionally used for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties
- Lemon: provides vitamin C and helps thin mucus
- Warm liquid: calms throat irritation and may ease coughing
Simple Garlic–Lemon Drink
Ingredients
- 1 clove garlic, crushed (not whole)
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 cup warm (not boiling) water
- Optional: 1–2 teaspoons honey (helps cough and taste)
How to make
- Crush the garlic and let it sit 5–10 minutes (this activates helpful compounds).
- Add to warm water with lemon juice.
- Stir in honey if using.
- Sip slowly, once a day.
Helpful Tips
- Start with ½ clove of garlic if you’re sensitive—raw garlic can be strong.
- Drink it earlier in the day (garlic can upset some stomachs at night).
- Stay well-hydrated and rest—both matter more than any remedy.
Important Notes
- If the cough lasts more than 3–4 weeks, gets worse, or comes with fever, chest pain, or trouble breathing, it’s important to see a healthcare professional.
- This is supportive care, not a replacement for medical treatment if bronchitis is bacterial or severe.
If you want, I can also share:
- A gentler version (no raw garlic)
- Herbal options (like ginger or thyme)
- Ways to tell if a cough is healing vs. needs medical care
Just tell me 👍
