The common cold virus is rampant everywhere these days, with the sounds of coughing and sneezing all around. But you're worried about the side effects of Western medicine—feeling dizzy, lightheaded, and lethargic all day long. Give these methods a try!
Symptoms: Early stage of a cold, with slight sneezing and coughing.
Ginger (to expel cold energy) + Brown sugar (rich in iron). A great remedy to replenish blood and energy, and to drive out the cold!
Boil about 200 grams of sliced ginger in 2000cc of water. After it comes to a boil, add an appropriate amount of brown sugar and let it simmer for ten minutes. For those who can handle the spice, let the ginger tea steep for another ten minutes after it's done. Drinking this several times in a row will dispel wind and cold, and soothe your airways.
Drink it hot, and it will be wonderfully soothing.
What? You're telling me that drinking Coca-Cola can soothe a sore throat? Don't be fooled! Don't doubt it, The Coca-Cola Company was originally a manufacturer of cough syrup. Just pour Coca-Cola into a cup, add 1-2 slices of lemon, and microwave it for two or three minutes. You'll have a steaming, delicious cough syrup.
A cold remedy without the medicine taste.
As the saying goes, "kumquats know no cold." Kumquats are rich in Vitamin C, and their peels are known for their ability to resolve phlegm, regulate qi, and strengthen the spleen and stomach. So, when you have a slight cold, you can brew kumquats into a tea.
The method is to wash ripe kumquats, cut them slightly, and boil them in cold water. Once the water boils, you'll have a sweet and sour kumquat tea. If you're afraid of the sour taste, you can add a little honey to season it (honey is rich in Vitamin B groups, natural Vitamin C, and protein).
All done! Have another cup.
Drinking eggnog can not only warm you up but also replenish your energy, and energy is your best weapon to defeat the virus.
Take about half an egg's worth, beat it, and mix in two or three teaspoons of honey. Heat it over low heat while continuing to stir. Gradually pour in about 130cc of alcohol (rice wine will do). Turn off the heat once it's well mixed. It's best not to cook it for too long to be delicious, but be careful not to get drunk!
Perilla leaf is pungent in taste and warm in nature. It is often used for colds with no sweating, chest tightness, qi reversal, stomach bloating, and nausea. It is also effective for symptoms of seafood poisoning, such as vomiting and diarrhea.
1. Wash five qian (about 15 grams) of fresh perilla leaves, roll them into a cylinder, then shred them. Also, shred a small piece of ginger.
2. Cook a cup of white rice with eight bowls of water to make congee. Before the congee is done, add the shredded ginger and mix well. Finally, add the perilla leaves and let it steep for a moment before serving.