How to Get Rid of a Cold Quickly with Cayenne Pepper
Cayenne pepper has multiple uses that go beyond simply using it as a seasoning in cooking. One of the more popular ways of using it involves treating the common cold. Cayenne pepper helps clear up your sinus passages and helps you get over your symptoms quickly. There are a few different ways you can get rid of a cold quickly with cayenne pepper.
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Instructions
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Boil one cup of hot water either in a teapot, or in a microwave. Add ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the mixture and drink slowly. This is also recommended for those with a sore throat.
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Mix a ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper with one cup of hot water until well combined. Immediately gargle with the solution and spit out the remaining liquid. This helps clear your throat of phlegm and reduces symptoms of the cold.
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Combine one part garlic, two parts peppermint, four parts Echinacea and one part cayenne pepper. Add a tablespoon of this mixture to one cup of hot water and drink as a tea to get rid of a cold quickly.
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Add one teaspoon of cayenne pepper directly to a glass of cold water the moment you feel the symptoms of a cold, and it should reduce the symptoms immediately. Alternatively, you can take two capsules of cayenne pepper with a glass of water.
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Season regular lemon or honey tea with a teaspoon of cayenne pepper and drink when you come down with a cold. This should help you get rid of a cold quickly and reduce any symptoms that you feel.
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Tips & Warnings
You can add more or less cayenne pepper to each recipe depending on your heat tolerance.
Look for cayenne pepper capsules instead of straight cayenne pepper if you prefer. These are available from health food stores. Twist each cap in half and pour the contents directly into your hot water.
Sweeten the tea or drink with a teaspoon of honey. Add more or less honey depending on your personal preference.
