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During this time of year many people have problems with respiratory infections or the flu. We often take antibiotics for them, however there are other ways to get rid of them.
Many of us do not realize it, but some natural substances are even more effective and efficient than prescription pharmaceutical medicines.
When you are sick and without energy, you need strong substances that have both antiviral and antibacterial effects, because viral illnesses are often accompanied by bacterial infections. At the same time you also need something that boosts the immune system. In cases such as the flu or a cold, lemon juice will probably be the first thing that comes to mind. It is an excellent natural remedy that contains calcium, citric acid, vitamin C, magnesium and other beneficial substances that treat many infections and other ailments.
Moreover, lemon juice supports digestion, aids detoxification and stimulates the metabolism. To enhance the effect lemon juice is most often combined with ginger and honey. However, there are other combinations of common household ingredients that have proven to be more effective in treating various ailments than any pharmaceutical drugs.
Now we bring you 9 such combinations and the ailments they can be applied to.
1/ Sore throat
If you suffer from a sore throat, mix the juice of one lemon with a pinch of salt and pepper. Then dilute it with water and drink the mixture. Repeat the cure 2 to 3 times a day until the sore throat subsides. Do the same in the case of a cough.
2/ Stuffy nose
So far clearing a blocked nose may have seemed difficult to you. But not anymore. In the case of blocked nasal cavities mix cinnamon, pepper, caraway and cardamom seeds in equal parts. Then grind them all. Regularly inhale the resulting mixture. That should clear the blocked nose.
3/ Gallstones
Troubled by gallstones? Mix olive oil and lemon juice in equal parts. Take it regularly and over time you will get rid of the gallstones.
4/ Tonsillitis
If you are struck by tonsillitis, blend lemon juice with salt and dilute it with a little water. Use this mixture to gargle several times a day. Continue until symptoms ease.
5/ Overweight
Have a few extra kilos and want to get rid of them quickly? Then take 1 glass of water, add 1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper, 1 teaspoon of honey and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. Drink the indicated mixture once a day, every day, until you reach the desired weight.
6/ Nausea
In case of nausea combine a pinch of pepper, lemon juice and water. After drinking it you should feel relieved soon.
7/ Asthma attack
If you have an asthma attack and do not have an inhaler on hand or would prefer something more natural than steroids, try the following.
Put 10 black peppercorns, 15 basil leaves and 2 cloves into a 2 to 3 dl glass. Pour boiling water over them and let steep for 15 minutes. Then strain the infusion. Finally add 2 teaspoons of honey, stir and drink the tea.
8/ Toothache
Are you troubled by a toothache? Then mix olive oil and ground black pepper. Afterwards rinse your mouth with this mixture. The toothache should subside for a while. But don’t forget to visit the dentist, because this is only a temporary solution!
9/ Nosebleed
You can stop a nosebleed with lemon juice. Simply drop a few drops of lemon juice onto cotton balls and then insert the cotton into the nostrils.
You can also drop a little lemon juice into a drink and drink it, because lemon contains substances that support blood clotting.
