|
There are three types of almonds. A
foreign almond species and a bitter almond species can be used in
traditional medicine. The sweet almond species is usually used in
cooking recipes.
Almonds may be used to expel phlegm,
treats cough caused by the adverse rising of lung energy. At the same
time, it clears the intestines and expels accumulated phlegm.
Almond milk taken twice a day with honey
and water may help to heal chronic bronchitis. It expels sputum and
heals the coughing. Blanch and boil about 30 gram bitter almonds and
then crushed into powder. Mix it with hot water and filter with a
clean cloth and strain the liquid. Repeat two more times and remove
the residue. |