The salep is a thermal drink and considered as miraculous for diseases of thorax, lungs, bronchial and asthma. The salep, because of a substance which is contained, may softens the mucus and removes colds effectively. Moreover, the substance affects on the healing of the walls of the digestive system, bowel and stomach ulcers. It is also known for its aphrodisiac properties and it enhances the sexuality in both men and women.