The amazing effects of lemon, salt, and pepper in curing 8 common diseases
Fresh lemon juice offers a host of other benefits when combined with common seasonings like salt and pepper.
When it comes to lemon, salt and pepper, we often think of these three spices for making dipping sauces. But for people in many countries around the world, this mixture also helps treat respiratory diseases caused by the weather.
Not only that, the combination of lemon, salt and pepper can also be used for other simple ailments such as sore throat, mouth ulcers, nausea...
Lemon juice contains antibacterial, antiviral and natural immune system enhancing properties. Moreover, lemons are rich in bioflavonoids, pectin, limonene, citric acid, calcium and vitamins, which are very effective against infections.
1. Stuffy nose
We often have the habit of clearing our nose by sneezing. But to relieve nasal congestion, grind black pepper, cinnamon, fennel seeds and cardamom seeds. Then, slowly inhale this mixture, you will sneeze continuously.
2. Mouth ulcers
Mix a little fresh lemon juice and warm water together and gargle to relieve mouth ulcers. In case of tonsillitis, adding a little salt to the lemon juice will be more effective.
3. Sore throat
To treat a sore throat, mix 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper in a cup of warm water. Gargle with this mixture several times a day to relieve a sore throat and prevent coughing.
4. Weight loss
Immediately drink a glass of warm water with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of honey and 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper added.
This drink will help stimulate metabolism. The polyphenols in lemon will prevent weight gain and increase insulin sensitivity, helping to promote fat burning.
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5. Nausea
To relieve nausea, you can mix black pepper powder and lemon juice in a glass of water, stir well and drink.
6. Asthma
If you suffer from asthma, keep this mixture in your home. Black pepper is an effective spice in reducing asthma attacks.
Boil a cup of water containing 8-10 peppercorns, 10-15 basil leaves, and 2 cloves for 15 minutes. After cooling, add 2 tablespoons of honey.
You can store this drink in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks. Each time you serve, you can add a little milk to enhance the flavor.
7. Toothache
To get rid of toothache, mix 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder and 1/2 teaspoon clove oil and apply them on the painful tooth and gum area.
8. Flu
To relieve common cold symptoms, drink a cup of hot tea with a little lemon juice and honey added.
According to tintuc.vn