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Sore Throat Home Remedy
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Signs and Symptoms of Sore Throat
A sore throat is characterized by an intense burning sensation at the back of the throat. While most sore throats usually result in discomfort, they will typically disappear within a week. Additionally, some simple home remedies can be used to help soothe the pain. However, if you experience a recurrent sore throat or if it is accompanied by a fever, it is important to consult your doctor.
Causes of Sore Throat
A sore throat is usually one of the earliest symptoms of a cold or flu. Other causes of a sore throat may include:- Viral or bacterial infections
- Dry air
- Smoking
- Prolonged yelling or cheering (such as at a concert or sporting event)
Home Remedies and Natural Cures for Sore Throat Treatment
Sore Throat Home Remedy Using Honey
Honey is considered to be one of the best natural remedies for sore throats.
Therefore, a simple natural remedy to soothe a sore throat is to take one teaspoon of honey twice a day until cured.
A warm herbal tea mixed with a teaspoon of honey is also an effective way to ease a painful throat.
Sore Throat Remedy With Oregano Oil
Oil of Oregano is an excellent natural treatment for sore throats.
It has been found that drinking a glass of juice mixed with 3 drops of Oregano Oil once per day can provide throat relief within a few hours.
This can be repeated for up to 5 days until the symptoms are gone.
It is usually best to start this remedy as soon as you feel a sore throat developing.
Using Garlic as a Natural Cure for a Sore Throat
Garlic has wonderful anti-viral and anti-fungal properties which make it an excellent treatment for sore throats caused by virus infections.
Therefore, a simple remedy is to add fresh or powdered garlic to your meals, or drink the following garlic vegetable cocktail once or twice per day:
- Add a cup of tomato juice or vegetable juice (such as V8) into a blender.
- Add two garlic cloves into the blender.
- Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce.
- Blend on high until the garlic is thoroughly mixed with the juice.
Gargling Salt Water to Soothe a Sore Throat
Many people have found that gargling salt water is an effective way to soothe a sore throat.
Simply stir a teaspoon of salt into a large glass of warm water and gargle with it every few hours. Do not swallow it.
Using Lozenges for a Sore Throat
Lozenges which contain benzocaine, such as Cepacol and Chloraseptic, can help to numb the pain associated with a sore throat.
However, it is important to not rely on them for longer than three days, since they typically do not address the root cause of the pain (such as an infection).
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Reader Comments
Posted by Kate on Oct 07 2011 09:41:30
Try gargling with a solution that includes Aloe Vera. Aloe has natural anti-inflammatory properties that can offer some relief for an irritated throat. The juice has the added benefit of being loaded with vitamins, minerals, and enzymes which strengthen immunity and detoxify the digestive system. I found a recipe for an aloe gargle here: www.aloeplant.info
Hope it helps!
Posted by Carrie on Mar 27 2011 10:04:26
Theives Oil is the best used topically on the throat...gone in seconds! (remember to use a base oil with it like almond oil with it)
Posted by viral m sejpal on Apr 17 2010 09:13:24
i get pain in my throat when ever i eat ice cream or drink cold soft drinks
cold driks