ONION TEA: Grandma's Home Remedy for Congestion and Mucous
Add lemon, local honey, and take with zinc.
Do you have excess congestion and mucous? Don't have hydroxychloroquine? Try Grandma's home remedy using an onion and water.
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Do you battle excess mucus and congestion?
For centuries and across multiple cultures around the world, our great-relatives have used onions for their beneficial medicinal properties.
From the ancient Egyptians to today's local herbalists, the simple onion has been prized for its antibiotic powers, naturally alleviating mucous, congestion, and related respiratory issues.
If you struggle with mucus and congestion that just won't resolve with traditional methods, this recipe may be just for you. Or if you have a nasal, pesky cold or a more chronic conditions like bronchitis, these symptoms can wear you down and leave you feeling uncomfortable and fatigued. Why not try something easy, natural, and historic as a remedy?
Health Benefits of Onions
Onions are high in the compound called quercetin, as well as and sulfur compounds, which possess antibacterial and expectorant properties. When ingested or applied topically, these compounds can help break down mucus and relieve congestion.
Quercetin
Quercetin is a flavonoid compound with quitpotent anti-inflammatory and antiviral effects. Studies suggest quercetin can help protect cells from oxidative stress, lower histamine content, and regulate the immune response. The quercetin content in onions, has been studied in Alzheimer's, possibly reducing its risk factors.
Raw or cooked onion consumption on a regular basis also provides flavor and a nutrient-dense food. The antioxidant benefits contribute to maintaining health and preventing disease.
Fructans. Onions help regulate blood sugar, improve digestive health, and are high in prebiotics and fiber. Their high level of fructans, a prebiotic fiber that serves as fuel for beneficial gut bacteria, helps optimize digestive function.
Potassium and Manganese. They are high in potassium and manganese, essential elements for energy, metabolism, as well as connective tissue and bone health. As a result of its manganese content, onions support connective tissue and in some people, may also improve bone density. If you are over age 50, eating onions may strengthen the bones and reduce the risk of fractures.
Anti-inflammatory. It is also anti-inflammatory and may help symptoms of bladder infection.
Sulphur, Flavonoids, and Antioxidants. Onions are high in sulfur compounds, flavonoids, and antioxidants that may provide anti-cancer effects. Researchers have found that moderate consumption of onions appears to reduce the risk of specific cancers: colorectal, laryngeal, and ovarian.
High vitamin C is usually associated with lemons and oranges, yet onions are also high in vitamin C.
Vitamin C is needed to form blood vessels, optimizes the immune system, and builds cartilage.
Allicin. The content of allicin in onions helps the colon fight off harmful bacteria. Allicin also is responsible for that unique, pungent, strong smell of an onion. Think of allicin as a fighter against toxins and illnesses, because it also has antibacterial properties that are particularly beneficial for the colon, where it helps fend off potentially harmful bacteria.
Now that’s something to cry happy tears about!
RECIPE FOR ONION TEA
Ingredients
1 onion
Water
Boil a whole, quartered onion with its skin intact.
Once the water reaches a rolling boil, simmer the onion for about 10 minutes.
Remove from heat.
Strain.
Let it cool slightly before consuming.
Add lemon juice, local honey with the honey already in it, and take with zinc to optimize antiviral action.
Grapefruit and lemon peels can be dried very easily. Just cut into strips and place them in a sunny widow. They'll be dry in a couple days. Store in glass jar and rehydrate in simmering water.
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