6 Effective Home Remedies To Soothe Sore Tonsils In Kids

By Yashika Goel
10 Feb 2025, 14:00 IST

Changing weather can trigger tonsillitis, or inflamed tonsils, which can be painful and frustrating. It causes inflammation and discomfort. Tap to read the effective home remedies to soothe sore tonsils in kids.

Salt water gargle

Mix a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water. Use this to gargle 2-3 times a day to relieve discomfort.

Chamomile tea

Brew chamomile tea for 2-3 minutes and let it come to a warm temperature. Sip it a few times a day to ease the pain.

Ginger gargle

Ginger is rich in antioxidant properties that help reduce swelling. Steep ginger slices in hot water for 10-15 minutes to make ginger gargle.

Use honey

Add a teaspoon of honey to a glass of water, milk or a cup of tea. Drink this before bedtime to soothe soreness.

Apply warm compress

Soak a cloth in warm water and apply it to your neck for 10-15 minutes. This helps ease swelling and discomfort in kids.

Turmeric gargle

Dissolve a teaspoon of turmeric powder in a glass of warm water. Use this to gargle 2-3 times a day to reduce inflammation.

Apple cider vinegar

Mix one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with a glass of warm water. Gargle with this to fight off infection and provide healing.

Information credits

This information is taken from MedicalNews Today. However, it is always advisable to consult a doctor for expert advice.