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How to Care for a Cough

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Care for a Cough
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. Step 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. Step 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. Step 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.
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