The Cold-Buster

(or URI – “Upper Respiratory Tract Infection”)

Winter months bring all sorts of viruses and bugs, and players out on the field in the cold and wet are certainly at higher risk of infection.

No matter how well my teen wraps up warm, and eats well, he still picks up URI’s during winter gaming season.

If the infection is treated before it actually sets in, you are far more likely to recover from it quickly. At best, it won’t reoccur. However, if you leave it until the URI has truly taken over your body, it will take a long time to recover from; something the player can’t afford as it’s pique game season.

Mix 160ml boiling water +

• teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• teaspoon fresh grated turmeric  
• teaspoon (5ml) fresh lemon juice
• teaspoon (5ml) honey

Let the flavours infuse and the liquid cool for at least 5 min, then drink while still warm.

Repeat this 6 times during the day, with the last one immediately before bedtime.