Clear your throat and lungs of mucus with this recipe – just 2 ingredients

Mucus is a normal part of the body’s defense system. It helps trap dust, germs, and other particles before they reach deeper parts of the respiratory tract.

During a cold, respiratory infection, allergies, or irritation, however, the body may produce more mucus than usual. This can lead to a stuffy nose, throat clearing, coughing, or the uncomfortable feeling that mucus is sitting in the back of your throat.

One popular home remedy uses only honey and lemon. It will not “cleanse” the lungs or cure an infection, but it may help soothe an irritated throat, make coughing more comfortable, and encourage fluid intake.

Why Does Mucus Build Up?

Extra mucus can appear for many reasons, including:

Common colds
Flu and other respiratory infections
Allergies
Sinus drainage
Smoke or air pollution
Dry air
Acid reflux

Mucus itself is not necessarily harmful. In fact, coughing is one of the ways the body naturally moves secretions out of the airways.

The goal should usually be to make symptoms more comfortable rather than trying to eliminate mucus completely.

The 2-Ingredient Honey and Lemon Remedy