2. Licorice Tea
Liquorice is a miraculous root against a cough because it has an expectorant action, which means that it helps to remove the mucus from the lungs and emollients, then forms a relaxing film over the upper part of the sore throat, reducing inflammation, and soothing to the respiratory tract encouraging the disappearance of the mucus and reducing congestion.
It can also treat any inflammation and throat irritation with licorice. Its main component, Glycyrrhizin, is the basis of most of the beneficial effects it offers. The second valid cough remedy is, therefore, to ingest licorice in the form of herbal tea daily. However, it is advisable to avoid taking licorice root if have reduced kidney function or if you are taking steroids.
To create a licorice herbal tea you only need 2 tablespoons of dried licorice root and water with which to boil the tea. The recommended dosage for this natural cough remedy is 2 cups of herbal tea per day.
