fitnessandfood

It’s that time of year, when everyone around you is sniffling and coughing, and if you haven’t had it already chances are you will catch the cold doing the rounds.  I’ve had it, and undoubtedly will get another bout before the winter’s out.  I have a recipe for a hot drink that will soothe your throat, help you breathe, and if you believe in herbal remedies will expectorate that nasty phlegm in your head and chest.  I introduced my family to my secret recipe as they all lay dying on the sofa over the holidays.  My dad was an instant convert (he’d never turn down someone else making tea), and my sister enjoyed it and its alcoholic cousin the hot toddy (see her post here).

Variations: in place of thyme, add a pinch of ground clove and a cinnamon stick to stir; instead of honey use agave or maple syrup; instead of lemon juice try orange.

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