How Onions and Garlic Can Help You Get Relief From Chronic Coughs

Expectorant with a Sweet SideOnions may not seem like a “health food” at first glance, but they contain compounds that have been used in folk medicine to ease coughs and colds for centuries.Why onions support cough relief:They contain quercetin, a natural antioxidant that may help reduce inflammation in the respiratory system.Onions have mucolytic properties, which means they may help thin and expel mucus.Their natural sulfur compounds are thought to support immune and lung function.Easy home remedies using onions:Onion Cough SyrupSlice one onion and layer with raw honey in a jar.Let it sit for 8–12 hours.Strain and take a spoonful of the liquid 2–3 times a day.Onion TeaChop one onion and simmer in 2 cups of water for 15–20 minutes.Strain and add lemon and honey to taste.Sip warm, especially before bedtime.Roasted Onion Wrap (External Use)Roast an onion, mash it into a paste, and wrap it in a warm cloth.Place on the chest for 15–20 minutes (ensure it’s not too hot).A traditional method believed to help loosen chest congestion.