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onion gargle

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Joyce Lowery
@jlowery55
Sterlington, LA

Onion gargles or "onion teas" were often used to cure sore throats, be they of the bacterial or viral origin. Onions are high in sulphur, a natural component of sulfa antibiotics, and garlic in addition to being a good antiseptic against both viruses and bacteria, has proved to help boost the immune system and lower cholesterol.

(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 40 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For onion gargle

  • 1 lg
    yellow onion, chopped
  • 5 clove
    garlic, minced
  • water to cover
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 2 Tbsp
    honey
  • 4 oz
    apple cider vinegar
  • 4 oz
    lemon juice

How To Make onion gargle

  • 1
    Chop onions and garlic and place in a pan.
  • 2
    Cover with 16 ounces of water and simmer over a low heat for 30 minutes.
  • 3
    Take off heat and strain, reserving liquid.
  • 4
    Add salt, honey, lemon juice and cider vinegar. Gargle with about 2 tablespoons every 30 minutes.
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