Ginger contains bioactive compounds that have beneficial effects on your health. These bioactive compounds are phytonutrients. Studies show that these compounds have anti-inflammatory properties that can help control or reduce the risk of many diseases, including coughs, colds and sore throats. Ginger also has antibacterial properties that can help fight infections (bacterial or viral), including those that cause sore throats.
Rosehips have been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. Native Americans use rosehip tea to soothe sore throats. Rosehips are also one of nature's richest sources of vitamin C helping boost the immune system preventing coughs, colds, flu and respiratory conditions.
Elderberries have traditionally been used in folk medicine to ease symptoms of colds and flu, an to reduce the length of illness.
