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10 simple hacks to soothe a stubborn sore throat

2016-03-01 , 9:56 pm

Last Updated on 2016-05-18 , 3:50 pm

Have you ever felt so frustrated with your sore throat and don’t feel like going to the clinic to consult a doctor just because of sore throat? These 10 simple hacks to soothe a stubborn sore throat will be a great help to you!

Saltwater gargle
This simple method will help to soothe your stubborn sore throat after you do it several times. You just have to dissolve half teaspoon of salt into a cup of warm water, gargle it several times a day, and spit the water out. This will help to reduce the sore in the throat, and help to clear irritants and bacteria.

Honey
If you dislike the taste of saltwater, you can drink honey water for your sore throat. Honey is a simple home remedy for sore throats, and studies have also shown that honey helps to speed up healing for wounds, which also means it might help to heal your sore throat faster.

Peppermint sprays
Mouth sprays that contain peppermint oil will not only freshen up your breath, it will also help you to heal your sore throat. Peppermint contains menthol that helps to thin mucus and calm sore throats.

Marshmallow Root
Simply add one tablespoon of dried marshmallow root, add boiling water, wait for 30-60 minutes and you can strain and drink it. Marshmallow root contains mucilage that helps to soothe mucus.

Resting
If you’re feeling lazy and lethargic to do anything to soothe your sore throat, you can just lie down on your bed and get as much rest as you can. Getting enough rest actually helps you to heal your sore throat, over a slightly longer period of time.

Drinking
Plain water is actually the best home remedy to your sore throat. Staying hydrated is important when you are down with an illness or you have an inflamed throat. Drink lots of water to make sure your urine is at least light yellow or clear.

Chamomile Tea
Chamomile has components that help to kill off bacteria, it is also one of the natural home remedy for sore throats. It works as a natural pain-killer and helps your body muscles to relax. You can find this magical tea at any of the supermarkets near you.

Lemon & water
Just mix one teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice into one cup of water for this home remedy for sore throats. This simple drink will help you to shrink swollen throat tissues and fight viruses and bacteria.

Sage
Sage is a herb that can help to soothe your sore throat and ease the pain. Mix two teaspoons of sage leaves, 1/4 ounce of salt into one cup of water for 20 minutes, once you are done, you can gargle it.

Lozenges
Getting lozenges from your neighbourhood clinic will help too. You don’t have to consult the doctor that’s on duty, you just have to approach the counter staff and tell them you want to buy the lozenges for sore throat.

10 simple hacks to soothe a stubborn sore throat

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