Cold Tea: These Varieties Help

Overview of the best cold teas

Drink cold teas at the first noticeable symptoms – the earlier, the better. From the wide range of cold teas, choose the one that tastes best and helps you the best.

• A mixture of thyme, sage, and elderflower: The three most effective herbs against a cold are combined here. Thyme relieves coughing and is antibacterial, sage has an anti-inflammatory effect and elderflower reduces fever. The herbs can also be used individually or enriched with flavoring agents such as lemon balm or mint.
• Lime blossom tea: The fragrant blossoms of the linden tree help with sore throats and reduce fever. The essential oils clear the airways and stop inflammation.
• Fennel tea: The spicy herb supports the body in fighting viruses and bacteria. Fennel loosens the mucus in the throat and is ideal for coughing. The tea also works very well for a stuffy nose.
• Peppermint tea: The intense taste of the green leaves with the high content of essential oils clears the nose and works against germs.
• Chamomile tea: Opinions differ on the taste, but not on the effect. Chamomile relieves cramps, soothes a sore throat, and has an antibacterial effect. A bath in chamomile tea is also very good for a cold.
• Ginger tea: The tuber strengthens the immune system and loosens stubborn mucus. The tea can be refined with lemon juice and honey.
• Hot Lemon: You probably have the ingredients at home – lemon juice and hot water. Vitamin C wonder strengthens the immune system and protects the cells. The tea is also suitable for prevention.