Honey & Thulasi
Honey
It can cure colds. It also helps in stopping hiccups which occur for a long time. Honey is a good appetizer. But if taken in large quantities may cause excessive heat in the stomach.
Half table spoon of honey taken in the morning and evening is good. If a drop of honey mixed with a glass of milk is taken, it will strengthen the heart. Honey increases the sweetness of human voice.
Honey mixed with lemon juice (without sugar) if consumed will help in reducing obesity.
Thulasi / Holy Basil / Ocimum sanctum / Tulsi
The black thulasi (Ocimum canum) leaves have special characteristics. It helps in curing throat cough, cold etc., Thulasi also clears the cough deposited in the respiratory track (good for asthma patients).