5 Natural Sore Throat Soothers

5 Natural SORE THROAT SOOTHERS

Sore throats are a PAIN!

I've found these remedies to be helpful in my household.

         1. Sage Tea

Sage tea is made from the leaves of the sage plant.  Boil some water; pour hot water over a few tea leaves (a little goes a long way), steep for 3-5 minutes.

Drink this tea as needed to soothe the throat.  You can also gargle with the tea after it cools.

Sage is valued as an antimicrobial herb, helpful in fighting infections and congestion, headaches, relieving anxiety, and improving memory. 

Sage is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding because of its drying effects

         2. Honey and Lemon

Use your favorite local honey and mix with a bit of lemon juice, eat slowly with a spoon to soothe that achy throat or mix with warm water to drink.  This powerful combination is antibacterial, antiseptic, and immune boosting.
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Julienne Mixed Veggie and Fruit Salad

Julienne mixed veggie and fruit salad

  It is most efficient to use a mandolin or other slicer compared to cutting by hand, but absolutely worth it.

1 Bell Pepper, thinly sliced

1 large carrot, sliced into matchstick pieces

1 zucchini, sliced into matchstick pieces

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Quick Basic Hummus

Quick Basic Hummus

1 can or 1 1/2 dried, soaked and cooked chickpeas

3 tbsp lemon juice

1/2 c olive oil

2 cloves of garlic (peeled)

1/3 c tahini

Salt as needed

Garnish with parsley and paprika
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Super Simple Cucumber Sauce

Super simple cucumber  (Tzatziki) recipe

1c plain Greek yogurt

2 garlic cloves minced 

2 cucumber peeled, de-seeded

1tbsp lemon juice
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Tahini Salad Dressing

Simple tahini salad dressing

Blend together in a blender the following:

1/2 c raw tahini paste (found in the "ethnic" section in most grocery stores)

1/2 c water

1 tsp salt

2 cloves of garlic, peeled

1/2 c lemon juice

Couple dashes of pepper

Pinch of cayenne