How to Care for a Cough

This simple home remedy helps to sooth a sore throat and ease coughing.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Apple Juice

1. Pour apple juice in a microwave-safe cup. Heat until warm. Drink slowly to help calm a cough. This is a safe, natural way to quiet coughing and ease a sore throat.

2. Suck on hard candy or cough drops to coat the throat and ease irritation. Try to talk as little as possible and give your throat a rest.

3. Use a humidifier to add moisture to the air. Dry air will make a cough worse.

Tips & Warnings

• Use common sense and see a physician if necessary.