Throat Soothing Popsicles

These Throat Soothing Popsicles are homemade with no-artificial dyes or refined-sugars. The best way to soothe sore throats during this cold and flu season. Made with all fresh and real ingredients that are rich in anti-inflammatory and healing properties. Keep your freezer stocked-up this season to have these on hand when sickness hits your home; or even as a refreshing treat! 

Throat Soothing Popsicles 

One thing we can all agree on about this season is how prone we all are to getting sick. Reason being that most frequent viruses like influenza, the common cold or even the severe case of RSV are most common during the cold seasons. Also, kids are back in school and spreading those viruses everywhere.

As a result, we deal with fevers, stomach bugs, chills, and of course sore throats. Which is why I like to stock up on these Throat Soothing Popsicles during this time of year. These popsicles are made with fresh ingredients that are rich in vitamins and healing properties.

Oranges, lemons, grapefruit, ginger root, turmeric root and honey are some of these ingredients. Making these homemade Throat Soothing popsicles loaded in vitamin c, anti-inflammatory properties and able to boost your immune system. They will have you feeling so much better in no time.

What you need to make these Throat Soothing Popsicles:

• Citrus Fruits– Oranges, lemons, and grapefruit. Rich in Vitamin C and boost immune system.
• Carrots– Rich in vitamins A and C. Will help improve digestion, boost immune system and cure infections.
• Ginger Root– Relieves nausea and offers digestive support.
• Turmeric Root– Well known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
• Honey– It has immune-boosting benefits and antibacterial as well as anti-fungal. Honey is also known to help relief sore throats and coughs. Plus, adds some sweetness to the popsicles which kids love!
• Black Pepper– Helps boost your body’s absorption of turmeric.

Equipment:

• Juicer– It’s the best and easiest way to make juice. If you don’t have a juicer you can also blend all of the ingredients together in a blender. Add a bit of water to get the blade going. Put the juice through a strainer or cheese cloth and squeeze to separate the juice from the pulp.
• Popsicle Molds– Preferably a silicone mold to make it easier to pop popsicles out once they’re frozen.
• Popsicle Sticks– Classic wooden ones are the best.

How to make Throat Soothing Popsicles:

• Step 1– Drizzle honey and sprinkle black pepper in the cup or jar you will be juicing into. Peel and rough chop carrots, oranges, grapefruit and lemons. Put carrots, ginger, turmeric, and citrus fruit through juicer and juice. Put all ingredients in the juicer in that exact order. Citrus fruits contain a lot more liquid than carrots, ginger and turmeric do. The liquid from the citrus will help flush through any chunks of the other ingredients that are left behind in the juicer. 

• Step 2– Give juice a good stir making sure the honey in the bottom is completely dissolved into the juice. 
• Step 3– Pour juice into popsicle molds filling up all the way to the top. Place popsicle mold cover and insert popsicle sticks. Place popsicles in the freezer and freeze for at least 2 hours or until popsicles have completely become frozen. 

• Step 4– Take popsicles out of the freezer and run popsicle mold under cold water upside down. This will loosen the popsicles a bit making it easy to pull them out of the mold. Enjoy popsicles as needed or desired. Hope you feel better!

Tips and Substitutions:

1. Put all ingredients in the juicer in that exact order indicated in recipe- Citrus fruits contain a lot more liquid than carrots, ginger and turmeric do. The liquid from the citrus will help flush through any chunks of the other ingredients that are left behind in the juicer. 
2. Give juice a good stir making sure the honey in the bottom is completely dissolved into the juice- You want to make sure all the honey is well mixed into the juice and that there isn’t any left behind in the cup or jar.
3. Don’t skip black pepper- Black pepper helps boost your body’s absorption of turmeric along with all it’s healing properties.
4. Substitute for honey- If you don’t like honey or want to keep these vegan friendly, use maple syrup instead.

What makes these Throat Soothing Popsicles so soothing and great to fight off a cold or flu?

Each ingredient is helpful in their own way:

• Variety of Citrus Fruits: These popsicles contain oranges, grapefruit, and lemons. All citrus fruits that are loaded with Vitamin C. They’re all rich in antioxidants, boost your immune system, fight-off colds and flu, and improve digestion. In addition they are a natural antihistamine which treat allergies. They help relief symptoms like nasal congestion and sneezing.
• Turmeric: Turmeric is well known for it’s anti-inflammatory properties. It helps fight off colds and flu as well. Turmeric is also a strong antioxidant, boosts both immune and digestive systems, and soothes muscle and joint discomfort.
• Black Pepper- Black pepper helps boost your body’s absorption of turmeric along with all it’s healing properties.
• Ginger: One of the most powerful health benefits ginger has is it’s ability to relief nausea and offer digestive support. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and reduces pain. It will also aid your body in fighting off any infections.
• Honey: Honey is rich in antioxidant properties. It has immune-boosting benefits and antibacterial as well as anti-fungal. Honey is also known to help relief sore throats and coughs.
• Carrots: Like most of the other natural foods used in these popsicles, carrots are loaded with health benefits. They are rich in vitamins A and C as well as fiber. They improve digestion, boost immune system and cure infections.

Throat Soothing Popsicles FAQ’s:

Why are Throat Soothing Popsicles great for kids and toddlers:

All your kids will see is a special threat they get to enjoy when they are sick. Especially if your little ones are toddlers who don’t like to take medicine. Being sick can also reduce kids and toddlers appetites. So giving them a soothing popsicle will also get something healthy in their stomach when they don’t feel like eating anything else. The coldness from the popsicles will reduce the inflammation and pain they may feel in their throats and help them feel much better.

Why homemade popsicles are a better option to store-bought Popsicles: 

We all know store bought popsicles are nothing but filled with refined-sugars and no real fruit at all. So while the cold from the popsicles may soothe you and make you feel better, the ingredients wouldn’t benefit your immune system at all.

These Throat Soothing Popsicles are made with fresh citrus fruits and other anti-inflammatory ingredients. They’re sure to ease any sore throats without putting any unnecessary loads of sugars and additives in your body while you’re sick. That’s really the last thing your body needs when you’re fighting off any kind of virus; Harmful ingredients. 

Do popsicles help a sore throat?

Doctors will usually recommend to have an ice popsicle when one has a sore throat. It’s specially recommended for kids when they have a sore throat or infection such as strep throat. The reason for this is because ice popsicles can be a great treatment for sore throats since they will have a cooling effect on inflamed tissues. The coldness from the frozen popsicles lowers the temperature of the nerve which then reduces pain signals.

What kind of popsicles are good for sore throats?

Since what you are looking for is the coldness from the popsicles to help cool down the inflammation causing the sore throat; you can technically have any kind of popsicle. However, since a sore throat is most likely a result of a cold, flu or infection such as strep, having a popsicle that contains ingredients rich in vitamin C is probably the best. This will boost your immune system helping it fight off the virus or infection that is essentially making you sick. Look for ingredients that are anti-inflammatory as well like ginger and turmeric. Honey is great for sore throats too just avoid it for babies under one.

Do popsicles help with itchy throat?

Ice popsicles are great for an itchy throat as well. Throat soothing popsicles will also keep you hydrated as they are made with fresh fruits such as oranges and grapefruit. The hydration and cooling from the popsicles will reduce the itchiness and any pain you may feel.

Stock-up on Throat Soothing Popsicles during cold and flu season:

Make a batch or two of these popsicles to have handy this winter while cold and flu season is in full effect. They’re great for children since all they see is a sweet treat. I’m certain they won’t turn it down or not like it. They work for adults too which is great. The important thing is they will soothe those sore throats while they help build your immune system and fuel your body with the vitamins and minerals it needs when you’re sick.

How to store Throat Soothing Popsicles:

Once popsicles have been frozen in the molds, remove them all. You can keep them in a freezer bag all together. However, this may cause them to stick together while in the freezer. You can also use ice popsicle wrappers to individually keep them in. Then pack them all in a gallon freezer bag. Keep popsicles frozen for 6-9 months.

Did you like this Throat Soothing Popsicles recipe? You may also like these other soothing and healing recipes:

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• Easy Stovetop Golden Milk Latte
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Throat Soothing Popsicles

These Throat Soothing Popsicles are homemade with no-artificial dyes or refined-sugars. The best way to soothe sore throats during this cold and flu season. Made with all fresh and real ingredients that are rich in anti-inflammatory and healing properties. Keep your freezer stocked-up this season to have these in hand when sickness hits your home; or even as a refreshing treat! 

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword Throat Soothing Popsicles

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 2 hours

Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes

Servings 10 popsicles

Calories 60 kcal

Author Angelica Arias

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 2 large carrots
• 1/2 inch piece of ginger root
• 1/2 inch piece of turmeric root
• 5 oranges
• 1 grapefruit
• 2 lemons

Instructions

1. Drizzle honey and sprinkle black pepper in the cup or jar you will be juicing into. Peel and rough chop carrots, oranges, grapefruit and lemons. Put carrots, ginger, turmeric, and citrus fruit through juicer and juice. Put all ingredients in the juicer in that exact order. Citrus fruits contain a lot more liquid than carrots, ginger and turmeric do. The liquid from the citrus will help flush through any chunks of the other ingredients that are left behind in the juicer.

2. Give juice a good stir making sure the honey in the bottom is completely dissolved into the juice.

3. Pour juice into popsicle molds filling up all the way to the top. Place popsicle mold cover and insert popsicle sticks. Place popsicles in the freezer and freeze for at least 2 hours or until popsicles have completely become frozen. 

4. Take popsicles out of the freezer and run popsicle mold under cold water upside down. This will loosen the popsicles a bit making it easy to pull them out of the mold. Enjoy popsicles as needed or desired. Hope you feel better!

Recipe Notes

Tips and Substitutions:

1. Put all ingredients in the juicer in that exact order indicated in recipe- Citrus fruits contain a lot more liquid than carrots, ginger and turmeric do. The liquid from the citrus will help flush through any chunks of the other ingredients that are left behind in the juicer. 
2. Give juice a good stir making sure the honey in the bottom is completely dissolved into the juice- You want to make sure all the honey is well mixed into the juice and that there isn’t any left behind in the cup or jar.
3. Don’t skip black pepper- Black pepper helps boost your body’s absorption of turmeric along with all it’s healing properties.
4. Substitute for honey- If you don’t like honey or want to keep these vegan friendly, use maple syrup instead.

Nutrition Facts

Throat Soothing Popsicles

Amount per Serving

Calories

60

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

0.2

g

0

%

Saturated Fat

 

0.03

g

0

%

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

0.1

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

0.02

g

Sodium

 

9

mg

0

%

Potassium

 

225

mg

6

%

Carbohydrates

 

15

g

5

%

Fiber

 

3

g

13

%

Sugar

 

11

g

12

%

Protein

 

1

g

2

%

Vitamin A

 

2485

IU

50

%

Vitamin C

 

55

mg

67

%

Calcium

 

42

mg

4

%

Iron

 

0.3

mg

2

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Number of total servings in estimated. Actual number of servings may vary depending on your own personal preference in portion sizes.

**Nutritional values shown are general guidelines for 1 serving using the ingredients listed above. These numbers do not reflect and may vary depending on substitutions, additions and/or different brands and/or other ingredients that may be used. 

**Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links and sponsored content. All the opinions are my own and I only recommend products I use in my own home with my own family. 

***Post originally published on December 21, 2018.