During this time of year, many people will have the following symptoms: dry skin, dry cough, and a sore throat. According to traditional Chinese medicine, pears can promote production of bodily fluid, moisten dryness, clear away pathogenic heat through the lungs, lubricate the throat, dissolve mucus, and relieve cough.
In addition, pears are a great source of energy, can help lower cholesterol and relieve constipation.
If you are suffering from a dry cough and sore throat, try this soothing pear tea recipe. It works well for young kids too.
Easy Pear Tea Recipe
- 1 pear
- 2 cups of water
- 1 tablespoon of honey (optional)
Remove the core, and cut the pears into chunks. Bring the pears to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
Drink the pear tea and eat the boiled pear.
Important note: If you have a watery nose, or a cough with phlegm, you should not eat pears. If you are unsure whether pear is suitable for your body’s constitution or condition, please contact us.
