Cold & cough5 min
Amla and Honey Throat Soother for Winter
A spoon of grated fresh amla mixed with honey and a pinch of black pepper, taken once a day during winter colds.
Amla in everyday Indian homes
Amla, the Indian gooseberry, is sour, astringent and rich in vitamin C. Ayurveda calls it cooling and uses it in chyawanprash, triphala, murabba and hair oils.
Amla brings vitamin C and honey soothes the throat. A pinch of pepper adds warmth. It is a pleasant, food-based way to comfort a winter throat.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp grated fresh amla
- 1 tsp honey
- A pinch of black pepper
How to prepare
- Mix everything in a small bowl.
How to use
- Eat slowly once a day during a cold.
- Rinse your mouth with water after.
Helpful habits
- Buy firm, pale-green amla in winter and freeze or dry some for later.
Precautions
- No honey for babies under one. Skip if amla gives you acidity.
- Very sour; on an empty stomach it can trigger acidity in some people.
- Stop if you notice itching, rash, stomach upset or any other discomfort.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use amla murabba?
- Yes, though it has more sugar.
Can children have it?
- Yes, without pepper for younger ones and only over one year for honey.
Is amla powder as good as fresh amla?
- Powder is convenient; fresh fruit has more vitamin C.
