It wasn’t a potion, it was a remedy
Keywords:
bioactives, respiratory health, traditional medicineAbstract
There is no flu that can resist Doña Chole’s remedies: garlic, onion and ginger. Beyond the unpleasant taste and smell, these ingredients possess scientifically backed biological properties of interest to human health. They are natural bronchodilators, antimicrobials and anti-inflammatories, capable of relieving respiratory symptoms and strengthening the immune system. Loaded with bioactive compounds, their use transcends tradition. Today, its therapeutic potential arouses interest in science and research and opens the way to complementary treatments for respiratory diseases. A potion that scientifically looks like magic.
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