10/09/2026
Did you know that honey can help soothe a cough, particularly when it comes to getting through those uncomfortable nighttime hours?
🐝 A few sweet facts about honey:
🍯 Soothes the throat: Honey can coat and soothe an irritated throat, helping ease that scratchy, tickly feeling.
🌙 May calm a nighttime cough: Research suggests honey may help reduce cough frequency and severity in children over one year old, potentially helping everyone get a little more rest.
🌿 Contains antioxidants: Honey contains naturally occurring antioxidant compounds, although the amounts vary depending on the type.
🥄 Simple ways to use it:
Stir a teaspoon into warm water with lemon.
Add it to caffeine-free herbal tea.
Enjoy a small spoonful to soothe an irritated throat.
The takeaway?
Sometimes supportive care doesn't need to be complicated. Rest, fluids, nourishing foods, and a little honey may help make cold season more comfortable.
At Radical Nutrition, I believe in understanding the simple tools we have available and using them wisely. 💚