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Sinus Buster Tea

November 27, 2019 By Dianne 41 Comments

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Sinus Buster Tea with text overlayFull of herbs and spices known for their healing properties, this amped-up Sinus Buster Tea will help get you through cold and flu season!

two mugs of tea with tea potCold and Flu Season

Cold and flu season is here! While, thankfully, I haven’t had a cold in while, I do occasionally catch them. (Yes, even health coaches get sick!) I don’t have sinus cavities in my forehead, my sinuses don’t drain properly. So for me, colds almost always turn into sinus infections. They’re never any fun, so I’m always on defense, trying to prevent them with naturally remedies.

Sinus Buster Tea in mug from aboveNatural Cold Remedies

I like to turn to natural remedies to get me through colds, so I turn herbal teas such as Throat Coat and Breath Easy from Traditional Medicinals. I also take turmeric for its anti-inflammatory properties, ginger for its many health benefits, and lemon for its ability to decreases the strength of the cold and flu virus in the body.

Since I’m prone to sinus infections, so I also like to drink apple cider vinegar, which is known to thin mucus, and I also turn to hot spices to help open the nasal passages. If a cold gets particularly nasty, I’ll also reach for the oregano oil, which has antiviral and antibacterial properties, can thin mucus, and open nasal passages. Oregano oil is pretty rough on the taste buds, but it works.

lemon, apple cider vinegar, ginger, tea bagSinus Buster Tea

I usually use all of these different things separately, so I’m constantly getting up and going into the kitchen to make a new drink or take a different supplement. The last time I had a cold, I just wanted to stay put in my warm and comfy bed, so decided to throw it all together in a pot and make a hot tea. This Sinus Buster Tea helped me to feel better in no time.

making tea in potHow To Make Sinus Buster Tea

Sinus buster tea is super easy to make!

  • You just throw all of the ingredients together in a pot and stir it all together.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and then let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Then, you strain the tea and pour it into a mug.
  • Drink up!

Dropping oregano oil into teaIf you’re feeling daring, you can add a little fresh minced horseradish or garlic to the mix for an extra cold-fighting boost.

Also take a look at my tips for fighting the flu and for strengthening your immune system.

two mugs of tea from above with teapot

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Sinus Buster Tea

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword sinus buster tea
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Yields 1 cup
Calories 30 kcal
Author Dianne

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh minced ginger root or 1/4 teaspoon dried ground
  • 1 teaspoon fresh minced turmeric or 1/4 teaspoon dried ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Herbal tea bag such as Breath Easy or Throat Coat
  • 1 drop oregano oil optional (make sure it's food grade oil)

Instructions

  1. In a small pot over medium heat mix together the water, lemon juice. apple cider vinegar, ginger root, turmeric, black pepper, and cayenne. Stir everything together and then add the tea bag.

  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat and then reduce the heat to medium and allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes.

  3. Strain the mixture with a fine mesh colandar and pour the tea into a mug. Add the drop of oregano oil, if using. Drink while the tea is still warm.

Sinus Buster Tea square

Other Drink Recipes you Might Enjoy Include:

  • Gingerbread Tea Latte
  • Mulled Apple Cider
  • Mulled Wine
  • My Favorite Green Juice

tea in mugs horizontal

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Filed Under: Vegan Drink Recipes, Vegan Recipes Tagged With: cold and flu, herbal tea, sinus buster, sinus buster tea, sinus infections

About Dianne

Dianne Wenz is a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Vegan Lifestyle Coach, Plant-Based Diet Nutrition Specialist, and Plant-Based Chef, as well as the author of Truly Healthy Vegan Cookbook.

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Comments

  1. Becky Striepe says

    January 9, 2017 at 11:31 AM

    Oh man, I could have used a mug of this when I was sick last week!

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 9, 2017 at 8:14 PM

      I didn’t make this until later in my sickness, but I think it would have helped if I had made it sooner.

      Reply
  2. Ginny McMeans says

    January 9, 2017 at 11:35 AM

    Ginger works so great for this and I am looking forward to try your recipe.

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 9, 2017 at 8:14 PM

      I hope you don’t need it anytime soon!

      Reply
  3. Mary Ellen @ VNutrition says

    January 9, 2017 at 1:48 PM

    Looks like a great remedy! I love using as natural as I can get to fight off colds!

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 9, 2017 at 8:14 PM

      Me, too!

      Reply
  4. Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite says

    January 9, 2017 at 4:46 PM

    Talk about useful for this time of year! It’s always good to have a homemade elixir in your back pocket to help with those pesky winter colds!

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 9, 2017 at 8:15 PM

      I hope you don’t need it anytime soon!

      Reply
  5. Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says

    January 9, 2017 at 11:06 PM

    We had the same thing go around my house! I’m pinning this recipe so I’ll be ready the next time.

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 10, 2017 at 4:28 PM

      I hope you don’t need it anytime soon, Amy!

      Reply
  6. Vegan Heaven says

    January 10, 2017 at 1:46 PM

    What a great and natural remedy! I just bookmarked it! 🙂

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 10, 2017 at 4:29 PM

      Thank you, Sina!

      Reply
  7. Jenn says

    January 10, 2017 at 6:35 PM

    I start almost every morning with fresh lemon juice and apple cider vinegar in warm water. Add these extras would take it up several notches! I was just reading about oregano oil today and how it’s supposed to be so healthy. Who knew? I’m definitely going to look into getting some of that!

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 11, 2017 at 4:48 PM

      That’s great that you have lemon and apple cider vinegar every day! Be warned that oregano oil is a little on the gross side!

      Reply
  8. Jackie of Vegan Yack Attack says

    January 10, 2017 at 9:50 PM

    So many powerful ingredients in this! I love the idea of adding a bit of horseradish for an extra kick.

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 11, 2017 at 4:48 PM

      The horseradish will definitely help clear out the sinuses!

      Reply
  9. Ceara @ Ceara's Kitchen says

    January 10, 2017 at 11:01 PM

    This looks like the perfect tea for cold and flu season!

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 11, 2017 at 4:48 PM

      Thanks, Ceara!

      Reply
  10. Mel | avirtualvegan.com says

    January 11, 2017 at 1:48 AM

    Sorry to hear you both got sick. We were all sick too. I will keep this recipe on hand for the next time. Hopefully it won’t be needed for a very long time though!

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 11, 2017 at 4:49 PM

      There’s definitely something going around! I hope you don’t need the recipe any time soon!

      Reply
  11. Mel |avirtualvegan.com says

    January 11, 2017 at 1:02 PM

    I was sick over Christmas and could have done with some of this! I’ll remember it for next time :O)

    Reply
  12. Cadry says

    January 11, 2017 at 1:19 PM

    What a bummer that you got sick during what was supposed to be your fun time off with Dennis. Still, this drink sounds like a soothing way to rebuild your health.

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 11, 2017 at 4:50 PM

      Yeah, it wasn’t very fun, but I’m glad I had this in my arsenal!

      Reply
  13. Melissa | Vegan Huggs says

    January 11, 2017 at 11:01 PM

    This sounds like a killer remedy! These are the recipes I need to have on hand if I get sick. I’m so using the horseradish in it , too. I love it!

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 13, 2017 at 9:32 AM

      The horseradish will definitely help clear out the sinuses!

      Reply
  14. Alisa Fleming says

    January 12, 2017 at 11:16 PM

    I drink ginger tea daily, but my sinuses need this pumped up version! They’re constantly stuffy.

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 13, 2017 at 9:31 AM

      This tea would definitely help clear that stuffy nose!

      Reply
  15. Sarah says

    January 13, 2017 at 1:10 AM

    Ooh, this would totally hit the spot on a chilly day! I feel like I’m sniffly all winter long—darn kindergarten germs!

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 13, 2017 at 9:31 AM

      This tea would definitely help you get rid of the sniffles!

      Reply
  16. Linda @ Veganosity says

    January 13, 2017 at 10:46 AM

    Oregano oil is magic. Whenever I feel a cold coming on I start taking oregano oil immediately, I swear by it. This tea sounds like something I’d drink everyday, just because it sounds so good.

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 13, 2017 at 4:46 PM

      Thank you, Linda. It is a pretty tasty tea!

      Reply
  17. The Vegan 8 says

    January 16, 2017 at 2:09 PM

    Love this tea! In fact, I make a tea very similar to this quite often! It really, truly does help to combat the ickyness. I love ginger so much and really load up on it. Anytime I feel a sore throat or tired feeling come on, I start chugging the tea and it’s gone. Delicious and so good for you! Love that you added oregano oil…I’ve heard amazing things about it!

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      January 17, 2017 at 9:38 AM

      Isn’t ginger great! Yes, the oregano oil will help fight the cold, but it is super strong!

      Reply
  18. Ivan Solis says

    February 26, 2019 at 9:48 PM

    I just made this tea after suffering all day with sinus inflammation. Im so happy I found this recipe! It worked within the hour for me.

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      February 27, 2019 at 8:47 AM

      Hi, Ivan! I’m so happy this tea worked for you! I’m glad you’re feeling better.

      Reply
  19. Bianca Huerta says

    May 24, 2019 at 10:47 PM

    Thank you so much for sharing this recipe! I was suffering from sinus congestion all day today and I came upon this recipe and ran to the store to buy the ingredients. I am currently sipping on this tea and oh boy! This tea is spiccyyy! It’s perfect and tastes amazing! My nose is draining so much and I can finally breathe and I have so much energy too! Thank you soo much!

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      May 25, 2019 at 9:24 AM

      I’m so glad it’s helped, Bianca!

      Reply
  20. Joshua Howard says

    September 11, 2019 at 5:39 AM

    I like herbal tea and this one is perfect! Thank you for the share!

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      September 11, 2019 at 9:26 AM

      So glad you liked it!

      Reply
  21. Sayon Camara says

    November 5, 2019 at 8:45 AM

    You should try this with Kinkeliba herbal tea leaves Omg This was So Clutch Thanks Hun ❤️

    Reply
    • Dianne says

      November 5, 2019 at 2:13 PM

      I’ve never tried that kind of tea. I’ll have to look for it!

      Reply

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