When the weather turns chilly or your throat starts to tickle, thereโs nothing more comforting than a warm cup of herbal goodness. A Golden Tea, a Kashaya or Kadha that not only tackles coughs, colds, and sore throats but also boosts your immunity. And guess what? Itโs absolutely delicious! ๐Hereโs the recipe to brew this magical elixir.
Ingredients
- Doddapatre (Mexican Mint) leaves: 2-3
- Black pepper: 1/2 tsp
- Cinnamon: 1/2-inch stick
- Cloves: 2
- Ginger: 1-inch piece
- Organic turmeric: 1/2 tsp (raw turmeric is even better!)
- Ajwain (Carom seeds): 1/4 tsp
- Honey: 1 tsp
- Lemon juice: 1 tsp
- Water: 1.5 glasses
Method
- Crush the ingredients: Using a mortar and pestle, lightly crush all the ingredients except honey and lemon. This helps release their flavors and nutrients.
- Boil: Add the crushed ingredients to 1.5 glasses of water. Bring it to a boil and simmer until the liquid reduces to about 1 glass.
- Strain and flavor: Strain the concoction into a cup, and add the lemon juice and honey.
- Sip hot: Enjoy this golden tea while itโs warm for maximum benefits.
Why This Works- Doddapatre (Mexican Mint): A powerhouse for respiratory health, known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
- Black Pepper & Ginger: Combat congestion and soothe the throat.
- Cinnamon & Clove: Add warmth and help fight infections.
- Turmeric: A natural anti-inflammatory and immunity booster.
- Ajwain: Aids digestion and clears nasal congestion.
- Honey & Lemon: Provide a soothing, sweet touch while enhancing the teaโs healing properties.
Perfect for chilly evenings or when you feel a cold creeping in, this Golden Tea is a must-try! ๐Pro-tip: For added immunity, pair this tea with a balanced diet and proper hydration.#homeremedies #sorethroat #immunitybooster #coughcoldremedies #herbaltea #herbalremedies #nutrition #spicesofindia #nutritionist