Flu symptoms can be soothed by natural home remedies, offering a different approach from pharmacy syrups and medications. Here are two effective homemade solutions to help with mucus and chest congestion:

Homemade Ginger-Pepper Drink:

• Ingredients: Combine 2 tablespoons of grated ginger, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of black pepper, and 3 cups of water.
• Preparation: Boil water, ginger, and black pepper for 3 minutes, cool, and add honey.
• Usage: Drink 3-4 cups daily for severe symptoms or 1 cup on an empty stomach for milder cases.

Potent Natural Remedy:

• Ingredients: Use fresh garlic, onion, ginger root, horseradish, and cayenne pepper.
• Preparation: Blend all ingredients until smooth, store the mixture in a jar for two weeks, shaking daily.
• Usage: After two weeks, strain and use only the liquid.

The article notes, “Ideally, aim to drink 3 to 4 cups of this solution daily to help relieve congestion and cough.” For the natural remedy, it’s important to “Combine all these ingredients in a blender and blend until you achieve a smooth, lump-free mixture.” These methods are a simple way to address cold and flu symptoms naturally.