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Clear your throat and lungs of mucus with this recipe – just 2 ingredients

If you’re referring to a 2-ingredient home remedy for mucus in the throat/chest, I can help—but a recipe can’t literally “clear your lungs” of mucus. Your lungs normally clear mucus themselves, and persistent or heavy phlegm can sometimes signal an infection or another condition.

A simple option is warm water + honey (for adults and children over 1 year):

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1–2 teaspoons honey
  • Sip slowly, especially before bed.

Honey may soothe an irritated throat and coughing, while warm fluids can help loosen mucus. Do not give honey to children under 1 year.

If you have difficulty breathing, chest pain, coughing up blood, blue lips, or severe/worsening symptoms, seek medical care promptly.

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