7 tips for sore throat

7 tips for sore throat

A sore throat refers to pain, itchiness, or irritation of the throat. It creates difficulty in swallowing food and liquids, and the pain may get worse when one try to swallow.

Throat pain is the primary symptom of a sore throat.

Antibiotics are used for bacterial infections; however, until the infection is cured, various house hold drinks can provide pain relief.

Salt Water  Gargling salt water is a known treatment for sore throats as kill the bacteria in the throat.  Gargling with warm salt water can help soothe a sore throat and break down secretions.

Herbal Teas  A long-standing home remedy for throat pain includes mixing honey and lemon into the tea to taste.  The lemon can cut mucus if it exists with the sore throat, while the honey coats the throat.  It is important to sip the tea only after it has cooled because hot liquids can cause more pain Honey  Honey mixed in tea or simply taken straight up is a common household remedy for a sore throat.  Honey is an effective wound healer, which means it may help speed healing for sore throats.

Baking soda gargle

 Baking soda has antibacterial properties, which could help to kill off the nastiest camping out in your throat.  It also has a slightly Alkaline PH-this soothes minor skin irritations such as bug bites and rashes, and it will act similarly on the swollen tissues in your throat  Mix ½ teaspoon of both salt & baking soda in warm water stir, Pour some of the liquid into your throat, let it sit for a moment, then gargle.

Fenugreek Tea  Fenugreek tea is a natural remedy for sore throats. Anti-inflammatory effects of fenugreek can relieve pain & its antibacterial properties can kill off bacteria that cause irritation or inflammation.

Milk  Warm milk might seem like the perfect thing to ease your throat. It’s soothing, nonirritating, and relaxing-plus; it’s getting fluid into your body.  Adding some turmeric powder in warm milk can prove the best remedy for sour throat.

Turmeric Tea  Add one tablespoon of turmeric powder & salt to 2cups of boiling water and let it boil for few more minutes. Strain (if required) and mix with lemon juice and honey.  Drink the tea when it is still warm to find quick relief from a sore throat.

Above remedies may not prove quickly effective as OTC but if we take more natural route for treatment, our body feels better and a healthy body means a healthy recovery.

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