Natural Honey Lemon Cold Remedy
Did you wake up with a scratchy throat? This Natural Honey Lemon Cold Remedy is just what the holistic doctor ordered. This may soothe your cough and help clear that runny nose. Wrap up in a blanket and sip this comforting homemade concoction.
It’s that time of year my friends!
Cold and flu season is upon us and I have an amazing natural cold remedy for you to try instead of reaching for the sugar and chemical-laden remedies like NeoCitran.
I’ve taken to calling it “Natural Citron” instead. 🙂 It couldn’t be easier to prepare and can be stored in your fridge for when those icky feelings start creeping up on you.
This can also be enjoyed as a nice, warming drink to have on a cold night.
That’s the benefit of natural remedies as opposed to the traditional kinds. They aren’t harmful to be taken at any time.
Take this past weekend in Burlington for example. It was a winter wonderland outside.
I was snuggled up with Louis and enjoyed a hot mug full of this delicious lemon-honey concoction.
Our boy has had some health issues lately and I am so happy to see him back to his happy, sweet self.
It truly felt like Peace on Earth. 🙂
So back to this natural remedy which is actually an old southern recipe.
NATURAL HONEY LEMON COLD REMEDY
What you will need:
- a small glass jar with a tight fitting lid
- honey ( I recommned LOCAL )
- lemons (because the peel goes in too, I recommend organic lemons if possible)
How to make this recipe:
Basically, it is easy as one, two, three.
Thinly slice half a lemon and place the slices in a small jar. I bought mine at the dollar store.
That’s step one.
Cover your lemon slices with honey.
That’s two.
Place in your fridge.
Three.
I told you it was easy!
Leave it overnight and then it’s there when you need some warming goodness. Simply scoop a tablespoon into a mug and top with boiling water.
Try it at the first signs of a sore throat, a cold or simply when you want a soothing, hot drink.
IS HONEY AND LEMON GOOD FOR A SORE THROAT
Honey is a strong antioxidant, full of energizing B vitamins, vitamin C AND is antibacterial. It is also effective cough suppressant.
As for lemons, they is also fortified with vitamin C and a host of B vitamins. This is a winner combo for your immune system.
Boom!
Enjoy the healing goodness of lemon and honey without the drowsiness and other side effects of the packaged remedies. Ayurvedic medicine has been using honey as a vital medicine for centuries. Since you are putting the whole lemon in, peels and all, I do recommend using organic lemons as you don’t want any pesticides or chemicals floating around.
Honey is a food that does not go bad so this Natural Honey Lemon Cold Remedy keeps in the fridge indefinitely!
Cheers to your health!
MORE HEALTHY HONEY RECIPES:
Honey Almond Dark Chocolate Bark
Crunchy Honey Coconut Oil Roasted Peanuts
Honey Lemon Chicken Quinoa Salad
Healthy Honey Mustard Dressing
*Originally posted December 16, 2013 Updated December 7, 2019*
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Natural Cough and Cold Remedy
Ingredients
- ½ lemon thinly sliced
- ¾ cup honey
Instructions
- Place sliced lemons in a small jar with a lid.
- Pour honey over sliced lemons, cover with the lid and place in the fridge overnight.
- To make the drink, add a tablespoon of the syrup to a mug and pour 1 cup of boiling water over it. Stir until the syrup melts. Enjoy warm.
- Store the syrup in the fridge for up to 6 months.
I’m just curious, might be dumb question , but what exactly does 49kcal mean?
It means calories. The recipe card adds the k for kilocalories to make it confusing haha.
I make something similar.
1 cup of raw local honey
2 organic lemons, juiced and zested
1 LARGE piece of organic ginger, peeled and grated or chopped finely
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) organic unfiltered
1) Place the honey in a quart jar.
2) Measure the lemon juice and add ACV to measure 1 cup. Add to the honey in the jar.
3) Add the lemon zest and grated ginger.
4) Cap with a non-metal leak proof jar lid. If no non-metal jar lid is available, cover jar opening with plastic wrap then cap.
5) Shake vigorously.
6) For 1 week, store in a dark, cool place (cupboard?) and shake daily or several times each day.
7) At the end of the week, strain the liquid into a pourable container. Squeeze the lemon zest and ginger to get all the juice out. Jar in a container with a non-metal lid. Label with Lemon/Ginger Oxymel and the date. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
Dosage: at the onset of a sore throat or cold, take 1 tablespoon 2-3 times a day. For children under 12, may want to take 1-2 teaspoons 2-3 times a day. If the cold is in full strength, I take 2-3 tablespoons 3-4 times a day.
NOTE: this is my take on an Oxymel which typically is just honey, ACV and herbs or spices. But, with the lemon juice included (which is citric acid) the vitamin C is much higher than just the ACV (which is acetic acid). Both have significant health benefits. I have found, however, that just honey and ACV is pretty harsh on my throat as well as my taste buds but with the lemon juice it is not as harsh.
This can be added to tonic water or club soda for a refreshing drink.
Wonderful syrup! Except, heating honey at any stage or method destroys its healing properties and becomes nothing more than a sweetner.
do you use the lemon slices along with the honey
I just use the syrup but you could probably add the lemon in also.
Could I add some ginger slices?
It sounds lovely! I haven’t tried it myself so I can’t answer with good authority. I’m pretty sure it would be fine but I’m not sure how long it would last.
Does the lemon stay fresh for 6 months? I would have thought the lemon may grow mold or something. I really want to try this! Have two kiddos with a cough right now and would love to make and store this is my fridge.
Yes, the honey will preserve the lemons. Be sure to use a clean spoon each time. If you do see any mold growing discard it immediately but it should last in the fridge.
What a great idea! It actually sounds like a delicious wintertime drink!
And can I just say – that photo looking down at the snowy street is amazing! The scene looks so cozy. I hope you frame that or something 🙂
Hey Haley! I’m so glad I took a snap of that freshly falling snow as it’s now an icy mess! 😉 I loved this drink all December and I wasn’t once sick! It’s so warming.
I love the snow you put over the pictures! So pretty.
Yes, it is that time of year. I don’t really get sick but I was definitely feeling a little run down recently. I love your natural remedy- I think it’s a much better option than over the counter garbage.
Also, I’m happy to hear Louis is feeling better. He looks very happy to have his mama cuddling with him! 🙂
Thanks Sarah! Lou is happy, too 🙂 It’s so stressful when you have a sick pet, especially when that pet is your baby. He’s close to 100% again and we couldn’t be more relieved.
I can’t wait to try this! I have raw honey and organic lemons on hand!!!
Perfect! It’s so easy yet so amazing. I can’t wait for you to try it, too 🙂
I love this. I’m always looking for natural remedies and such. I know that both lemon and honey are great for colds and fighting off bugs, but I never thought to make lemon-honey. This is great, thanks for the idea!
I’m keeping a jar in my fridge for the season. It’s so nice to have when you come in from the cold 🙂
Do you ever just have a spoonful, cold, like you’re taking medicine?
I haven’t tried it.