This is one of my favorite recipes to make when I have a sore throat or when a cough has irritated the tissues of the pharynx. This tea is made from the roots of the herbs so a decoction method is used. Teas are made either by infusion or decoction. Infusion happens with the leaves… Continue reading Throat Soothing Tea
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Throat Spray
My 13 year old daughter developed a classic upper respiratory illness. Her cold symptoms included cough and congestion, but her main complaint the first couple of days was her sore throat. I gave her a tablet of ibuprofen to help with the discomfort during the day, but I also wanted to help the actual problem,… Continue reading Throat Spray
Soothing Sore Throat Tea
A few weeks ago, I was dealing with a lingering sore throat. I had no other upper respiratory symptoms except an occasional harsh cough that sounded like a barking seal--like the classic sound a child makes when he or she has croup. I, an adult, couldn't possibly have a childhood illness, but then a coworker,… Continue reading Soothing Sore Throat Tea
The Pink Lily Pad and Two Tadpoles 