Carrots are an especially nutritious root vegetable and they are an excellent source of nutrients such as precursor vitamin A, B6, and beta-carotene. The high amount of carotenoids the carrots contain has been associated with a reduced risk of cancer.
Apart from being able to improve your vision and fighting against cancer, the amount of vitamin A in carrots is able to help strengthen the immune system. It is also extremely beneficial for strengthening the respiratory problems, relieving asthma and another lung issues.
Each of these properties makes the carrots an amazing ingredient in any natural, cough-curing remedies. The fact that they are a natural respiratory treatment and are also beneficial for strengthening the immune system, makes them perfect for fighting a cold and various other diseases that affect the respiratory tract.
The honey contains anti-bacterial properties so it is an efficient cough remedy. It is able to help reduce coughing in people who experience respiratory issues.
Here is an easy, quick and all-natural remedy that will help you stay healthy all the time.
HOMEMADE COUGH SYRUP RECIPE:
Ingredients:
- ½ kg of organic carrots
- 3-4 tablespoons of raw honey
Preparation:
First, dice the carrots into little pieces and put them in a stainless steel pot. Fill the pot with sufficient water to cover the carrots, then bring water to boil and simmer until the carrots soften. Next, remove them from the pot (keep the leftover water) and mash them with a fork or spoon. Combine the leftover carrot-water with your raw honey. And then combine the mixture with the mashed carrots and blend in a blender until you get a smooth mixture.
Store the mixture in a sealed container in the fridge for no more than 3 days. Consume it at room temperature.
Usage:
You can consume this mixture on a daily basis. Take 3-4 spoons of it daily, and in case you are experiencing any respiratory problems you should start to feel a difference after the first or second day.
Source: http://juicing-for-health.com/
