Flu Season Remedy Tea from My Mother & I

A warm blend for the lungs, the gut, and the immune system.

Some recipes stay in your family because they work.
This cold remedy tea is one of those. I called my mom as soon as I came down with the worst cold, the one that takes your head and leaves your body in a slump. I felt like Spongebob with the suds lord! She gave me the ingredients and I added some of my own and together we made something powerful. This tea supports immunity, hydration, respiratory function, digestion, and inflammation.
It also gives comfort, which matters when your body is fighting something.

Below is the full recipe and all the benefits of what goes into the pot.

Why This Tea Works

Cold symptoms usually begin in three places:

the throat, the lungs, and the gut.
This blend supports all three.

The fruits bring vitamin C and hydration.
The herbs support the respiratory system.
The spices warm the body and help fight microbes.
The flowers and leaves add antioxidants that protect your cells during illness.

You feel the support within the first few sips.

Benefits of Each Ingredient

Apples
Support hydration and provide natural vitamin C.

Citrus fruits
Support immunity and help break down mucus.

Onion
Supports the lungs and provides vitamin C, vitamin B6, and vitamin K.
Contains sulfur compounds that fight infection.

Rosemary
Supports circulation and helps clear congestion.

Ginger
Supports digestion, warms the body, and helps with nausea.

Avocado seed
Supports inflammation and provides antioxidants.

Cinnamon
Supports blood flow and helps the body fight viral activity.

Cloves
Support the respiratory system and have strong antimicrobial properties.

Thyme
Helps loosen mucus and supports the chest.

Bay leaves
Support digestion and help calm inflammation.

Guava leaf
Supports immunity and digestive health.

Saffron
Supports mood, respiratory function, circulation, and inflammation.

Hibiscus
Provides vitamin C and supports hydration.

How To Use This Tea

Drink it warm through the day.
Drink it at the first sign of a cold.
Drink it when your lungs feel heavy or your digestion feels weak.
This tea works best when you drink it consistently for one to two days.

A Note From My Kitchen

My loves, I hope this recipe brings you so much healing, warmth, and love in your tummy. Sharing recipes that my mother and i created brings me so much joy and I live to be able to pass it on. If you end up making it for yourself and your loved ones, please tag me on socials and tell me how it went! Cheers!