Cold and flu season is here. You have done all the preventitive work you can and your kids STILL get sick.

Well that is what just happened in our household and now I am managing a lingering cough with our littlest one.

One of the most effective natural remedies is just plain old honey!! Simply giving your child 1 tsp, 3-4 times per day has shown to getting reduce coughs.

Mine like to sip on honey and lemon tea, and they make it themselves!

Two things to remember when using honey:

1. Never give honey to kids under the age of 1 as they don’t have the enzymes to properly digest it.

2. Don’t use hot water as it denatures the honey’s enzymes and goodness, plus kids don’t like hot water ;)

So ditch the OTC cough medicine and try something natural and cheap!

If things aren’t getting better, or your kid needs more support, pediatric acupuncture is always a safe, gentle and effective treatment. I am always here to help.

In health & happiness,

-Dr. Nicole