Mucus, aka phlegm, is something we all experience when sick. And here are a few foods that are excellent for helping your body finding relief naturally.
fighting foods
The compound Capscaicin is found in Cayenne Pepper and it it can help with thinning mucus.
Cayenne
Pepper
Cardamom
Cardamom can aid in digestion and protects against mucus build up.
Onion
Onion can sulfur compounds that aid in breaking up mucus.
Garlic
Garlic is a natural anti bacterial and releases a allicin compound that helps thin mucus.
Ginger
Ginger is a natural decongestant and antihistamine that can help ease congestion.
Pineapple
Pineapples contain both bromelain enzymes and mucolytic properties that aids in mucus removal.