8 Expert Tips Every Parent Should Know For Cold and Flu Season

Since "most over-the-counter cold and cough medicines are no longer approved for infants and toddlers," Dr. Altmann said, "honey can work well to help cure coughs." The magic and natural elixir works great to coat aggravated throats and ease coughs. However, she warns against using honey for infants. "You never want to use honey on a child under one year of age because there’s that risk of infant botulism."