Posts in Food As Medicine
Honey Cough Syrup for Winter Wellness

I think most parents can agree that having a sick child makes for a rough night of iritibility, discomfort and sleeplessness. Your little one doesn’t sleep. You don’t sleep. Conventional cough syrups are not that effective, but honey has been shown to reduce coughs and improve sleep!

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Herbal Steam Inhalation for Winter Wellness

When it comes to head colds, nasal congestion is no fun. A simple way to start clearing mucus is by using steam and herbs from your kitchen. By using aromatic herbs, like eucalyptus, rosemary and thyme, you can put together an herbal steam to clear congestion and help you breathe more easily.

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Garlic Honey for Winter Wellness

Garlic and honey are not only nutritious and delicious, but they also are great food sources to support the immune system. They are both antibacterial and antimicrobial, which is useful during seasonal colds. Every Winter and Fall I put together a jar of fermented garlic honey and keep it in my pantry for immune support.

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