Honey Tea
Mix 2 teaspoons of honey with warm water or herbal tea. After making your honey Tea, take it 1-2 times daily. An interesting study [5] accounts for honey Tea as a more potent remedy for a cough than dextromethorphan. The study shows honey tea as slightly advantageous for treating cough as the cough-suppressing medication. Horny tea works for treating coughs for both adults and children. Nevertheless, experts say honey shouldn’t be given to children under 1 year of age. [6]
Slippery Elm
This is a traditional remedy [7] for coughs and digestive issues common to Native Americans. Slippery elm is available online, like marshmallow roots it contains a lot of mucilage content. This makes it suitable for cough as well as a sore throat. Prepare slippery elm tea by adding 1 tsp of the dried herb to a cup of hot water. Steep for at least 10 minutes before drinking. Talk to your doctor before using slippery elm because it can interfere with the absorption of medications.