Woman's Weekly Living Series

10 natural home cures that work BETTER THAN DRUGS!

1 For a cough… have honey

Public Health England has said honey is more effective than cough medicine. They, and treatment assessment body NICE, found that honey was the best way to treat acute short-term coughs from a cold or flu. It also helps to relieve a sore throat. And it tastes great! Add 1-2tsp honey and the juice of half a lemon to a mug of boiled water. Drink warm. Not suitable for children under five.

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