It looks like the flu has been pretty tough on a lot of folks this year! Luckily, we’ve only had to deal with a few minor sniffles so far. I’ve made sure to keep some natural remedies ready just in case. One recipe I’ve finally nailed down is for homemade herbal cough drops. Many store-bought cough drops are loaded with sugar and preservatives, and some even have artificial colors, flavors, or chemicals. Since we have a child following the GAPS diet, those aren’t an option, and I wanted to create something at home anyway.
After heaps of trial and error—and several batches that ended up as sticky messes or homemade taffy for the kids—I finally found a recipe that works well and can be repeated easily. I’ll also be sharing recipes for herbal cough syrup and an herbal tincture for coughs. These cough drops are packed with herbal goodness, and my kids absolutely love them!
What natural remedies do you make at home? Has the flu come knocking at your door this year? Feel free to share your experiences!
