Home made syrup: For adults and children FUNCTIONS / ADVANTAGES *1. Red Onion:* Rich in antioxidants, cleans the lungs, helps cough and cold, boosts immunity. *2. Ginger:* Clears phlegm, stops nausea, improves blood flow, anti-inflammatory. *3. Garlic:* Natural antibiotic, fights bacteria, virus and fungi, lowers blood pressure and cholesterol. *4. Lemon:* Full of Vitamin C, cleans the body, boosts immunity, helps digestion. *5. Honey:* Soothes throat, heals cough, gives energy, preserves the syrup. Together it helps for: persistent cough, catarrh, cold, flu, chest congestion, sore throat, low immunity, and general body detox. HOW TO PREPARE IT *You will need:* - 2 medium red onions - 1 handful ginger (about 50g) - 1 handful garlic (about 40g) - 2 lemons - 4-5 spoons original honey - 1 cup clean water *Steps:* 1. Peel onion, ginger, garlic. Wash very well. 2. Cut onion and ginger into small pieces. 3. Squeeze the lemon juice and keep aside. Don't blend the peel if you don't want it too bitter. 4. Put onion, ginger, garlic and small water inside blender and blend smooth. 5. Pour into a bowl, add lemon juice and honey, mix well. 6. Sieve it if you want it smooth, or leave it thick. 7. Pour into a clean glass bottle with cover and keep in fridge. It can last 7-10 days. HOW TO TAKE IT - *Adult:* 1 tablespoon, 2 times daily, morning and night. Best after food. - *Children from 5 years:* 1 teaspoon, 1-2 times daily. - *Not for babies under 1 year* because of honey. Shake well before use. For cough, you can take it warm with small warm water. SIDE EFFECTS / WHO SHOULD BE CAREFUL - Can pepper for stomach if taken on empty stomach — may cause heartburn, gas, or mild stomach upset. - Garlic and ginger thin blood small, so if you are on blood pressure/blood thinner drugs or about to do surgery, talk to your doctor first. - May lower blood sugar and blood pressure. If you are diabetic or hypertensive on drugs, monitor. - Some people may be allergic to garlic or honey. If you have ulcer, severe stomach pain, or you are pregnant, please speak with a healthcare professional before taking it regularly. #ttccommunity #fertility #ovulation #onion #ttcjourney - @omenalaigbogadi