Honey may be better at treating coughs and colds than over-the-counter medicines: Researchers say, honey is more effective in relieving the symptoms of cold and flu-like illnesses than usual commercial remedies, and could provide a safer, cheaper and more readily available alternative to antibiotics

The honey remedy has always come in useful for every time I'm under the weather with cough. Honey has this very effective as well quick heading property that beats most upper respiratory medications.