As a little girl growing up in Poland, I grew up eating plenty of fruits and veggies to support my growing body. When I got a cold, my mom would make me a special syrup using onions from my grandfather’s garden. Onions have antibacterial properties that support the immune system, and help your body heal naturally. My mom used to give me the syrup every 4 hours or so. Now, that I have my own daughter, I also enjoy making this homemade cold remedy for her. Here is the recipe:

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What you’ll need:

• 1 large yellow onion.
• 2 tablespoons of sugar or honey.
• a medium mug.
• saucer or plastic foil.

So, to make this tasty cold remedy, cut the onion in half and slice it up into half-moon like slices. They should be on the thin-side but not super-skinny. Place the onion slices inside the mug, and cover them with 2 tablespoons of sugar (or honey). Although honey has more health benefits than sugar, we add the sweetener to help release the onions healing juices. I find that sugar works a little better than honey. Once this is done, cover the mug with a saucer or some plastic foil and leave it to the side for a couple hours. It can be served once the juices start running, you just pour the syrup onto a tablespoon and serve. You keep the onion in the syrup, as it keeps releasing more juice over time. You may place the remaining syrup (with the onion inside) in the refrigerator, and it will be good for about 5 days. Serve every 4 to 6 hours or as needed. The syrup is sweet and mild, so children should not complain :). Feel better!