Home remedies to get rid of sore throat

Sore throat, caused due to inflammation of the pharynx, is a very common occurrence  across all age groups. The bacteria, streptococcus causes an infection in the pharynx producing various symptoms of sore throat.People suffering from sore throat experience moderate to severe pain in the throat, difficulty in drinking and swallowing, often followed by fever. Infection in the tonsils or other glands of the throat can also lead to soreness in the throat.

A sudden drop in the body immunity levels may make the body susceptible to such bacterial infections. Children are the worst sufferers of this health condition, Home remedies for sore throat are proven to work most effectively and speedily.

Salt water

Sore throat usually does not pose any serious threats to the health, but if neglected or left untreated for a long time may cause damage to the voice box.
According to Dr. Vaibhav Gupta, an internal medicine consultant at Rockland Hospital, “Salt water gargling can provide the best solution in reducing the symptoms of sore throat. Gargling reduces inflammation and pain in the throat and fights infection as well.” Gargling should be done 3-4 times a day depending on the severity of the condition in order to get quick relief from the pain.

Ginger and honey to treat sore throat

Use of ginger is a very popular sore throat home remedy. Chew few pieces of ginger throughout the day or drink few cups of ginger tea to get quick relief. You can add few drops of honey to the ginger tea for taste.

Mango tree bark

Gargle with lukewarm water adding one teaspoon of extract from the mango tree bark. This proven home remedy is very effective in reducing this problem.

Cinnamon

To a glass of lukewarm water, add a teaspoon of cinnamon powder, black pepper and honey. Sip this mixture slowly to get relief from sore throat.

Cumin seeds

Boil some cumin seeds in water along with few pieces of garlic. Cool the mixture and drink it in small sips to get relief from sore throat.

Fenugreek seeds

Another beneficial sore throat home remedy is fenugreek seeds. A decoction is prepared by boiling fenugreek seeds in one litre of water. The liquid is allowed to cool and strained. Gargling with this decoction for instant relief.

Basil leaves

Chew basil leaves or drink a decoction to reduce the soreness of the throat.

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