Recent research review, published in the Cochrane Library, which studied 25 over-the -counter cough medicine, has determined that here is no good evidence either for or against the effectiveness of formulas such as Robitussin or Mucinex or any other brand of cough syrup.

For a change, try herbal alternatives as recommended by Tieraona Low Dog, M.D. (director of education at the University of Arizona’s Program in Integrative Medicine). The ingredients featured are sage and thyme, which alleviates chest congestion. This recipe also has vitamin- C rich- lemon and throat-soothing honey. Just follow these simple steps:

1. Pour hot water over 2 teaspoons of organic lemon rinds, 1 teaspoon of sage and one-half teaspoon of thyme.herb-thyme-silver-queen
2. Dried or fresh herbs can be used.
3. Cover and steep for 15 minutes.
4. Strain the tea.
5. Then add the juice of on-half lemon and 1 tablespoon of honey.

Drink two to three cups daily for cough relief. Relax and see how quickly your cough improves.