Cough Remedy: Pear Soup

Soothing Pear Soup: A Natural Cough Remedy for Babies & Toddlers from 6 months old & Up

When your little one has a lingering cough or the sniffles, it’s natural to want to help in the gentlest, most comforting way possible. This cough remedy: pear soup, made with just ripe pear, cinnamon, and a small grating of fresh ginger, is a time-honored remedy that soothes little throats while nourishing the body. It’s light, warm, and perfect for babies 6 months and up, toddlers, and even adults!

If your baby is suffering from a cough try this traditional Chinese remedy! Pears are naturally hydrating and rich in vitamins, particularly vitamin C, which can help boost the immune system. In many cultures, especially in East Asia, pear soup is made by simmering sliced pears with ingredients like rock sugar, honey, or herbs such as ginger, goji berries, or licorice root. These additions enhance its soothing properties, providing anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits. The warmth of the soup helps to loosen mucus, calm dry coughs, and alleviate discomfort in the respiratory system.

Enjoyed both as a remedy and a comfort food, pear soup is a gentle, natural way to promote respiratory health. It is said that the pear water helps strengthen lungs and speeds the recovery period of coughs & colds, it also moistens any dryness for example dry throat or cough. When you combine it with the cinnamon and ginger (also soothes cough and improves recovery time) you have a powerful, immune boosting, delicious, soothing cough remedy and plus it’s great for digestion!

Why Pear Soup for Cough?

This simple three-ingredient soup is based on traditional remedies used in many Eastern households. Pear is rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and natural hydration, helping to soothe irritated throats and provide gentle nourishment when little ones might not feel like eating.

• Pear helps loosen mucus and hydrates the body.

• Cinnamon is a warming spice that can help with circulation and ease congestion.

• Ginger (just a tiny amount for babies) adds a mild anti-inflammatory kick and supports immune health.

Together, they create a gentle, healing soup that’s easy on tiny tummies and comforting for the whole family.

Suggestions:

-You can boil or steam your pears , but make sure you use the water from the steamed or boiled pears, that is where the medicinal properties are. I would also suggest you try to serve a little bit to baby or toddler twice a day.

What You Need:

Pot or steamer 

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