Home remedies for sore throat

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Home remedies for sore throat

• 1. Lozenges and cough drops
• Over-the-counter lozenges and cough drops have
  been known to provide relief from sore throat,
  cough and colds. Lozenges contain an ingredient
  called menthol which mildly numbs the tissues in
  your throat, thus providing relief from the pain
  and inflammation. Lozenges and cough drops should
  only be given to adults since it can be a choking
  hazard for children.

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• 2. Warm water and honey
• Honey is a great natural remedy for cough and
  sore throats. Additionally, warm liquids of any
  kind also provide relief for sore throats. Mix a
  teaspoon of honey in a cup of warm water and
  drink it up. In addition to providing relief,
  this will also keep you hydrated, thus letting
  your body create more fluids and avoiding further
  irritation in the throat.

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• 3. Hot water steam or humidifiers
• Hot water steams are a popular sore throat
  treatment. Breathing in moist air helps clear
  your airways and helps sooth your nose and throat
  tissues. It also helps you breathe easier if you
  also suffer from blocked nose along with sore
  throat. If you dont have access to humidifiers,
  then heat some water in a pan or fill your sink
  with hot water, wrap a towel around your head and
  breathe in the moist air. Youll feel your
  blocked airways free up soon after.

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• 4. Cough syrup
• Cough can cause irritation in your throat, this
  leading to a sore throat. There are many
  effective over-the-counter cough syrups that can
  help cure your sore throat. Cough syrups come in
  many kinds and can be the drowsy and the
  non-drowsy types. Avoid taking the drowsy kind of
  cough syrup in the day so that youre not sleepy
  and lethargic the rest of the day.

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• 5. Salt water gargle
• Gargling with salt water is another popular sore
  throat cure that has been used in households for
  a long time. The salt in the water will help pull
  the mucus out of your throat, thus alleviating
  irritation. Mix a tablespoon of salt in warm
  water, but be careful not to gargle with water
  that is too hot. You can end up burning or
  causing more harm to your throat this w