Honey for a Cough?

I've only heard of using honey for two reasons, both related to coughing, but not to cure a cough. 1) to soothe a sore throat and 2) for allergies (only if you use local honey for local allergens)

Dry cough could possibly mean asthma, especially if it's at night. Check with your pedi.

Local Honey is good at controling allergies. My friend's nanny swears by boiling gingeroot with a little sugar is a great cough remedy and then have them drink the liquid. The sugar is needed for taste because the gingeroot is bitter.

I've also heard Elderberry Extract works good too. I used it on my kids when they were younger. Sambucol makes a good one and can be found at Whole Foods or Central Market or any health store.