Herbal Home Remedies for Colds and Other Common Respiratory Infections

• 1 clove garlic, chopped.
• 1 cup milk.
• ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder.

In a small pot, add the chopped garlic to milk and bring to a boil. Add the turmeric and drink while warm. It will taste like a garlicky, cream-based soup. ^(v.157)

• Mix together equal parts of turmeric, goldenseal, and echinacea (dried powdered herbs).
• Steep ½ teaspoon of herbal mix in hot water for a soothing tea, or take mixed with 1 teaspoon of honey.

Use 3 times a day after meals for one week. ^(v.157)

• Mix together equal parts of turmeric, ginger, and Indian celery seed.
• Steep ½ teaspoon of herbal mix in hot water for a soothing tea.

Be sure to breathe in the steam to help release congestion. ^(v.157)