Have you woken up on an important day only to be barely able to speak? Are you looking for simple home remedies to cure your sore throat? You do not have to look any further! In this post, you will find the causes and remedies for a sore throat. Do you want to know more? Keep reading.
There are several physical conditions that are not exactly ailments, but act as precursors to more serious health conditions if left unattended. One such example is a ‘sore throat’. It is caused when the pharynx – the tube stretching to the oesophagus from the end of your mouth – becomes inflamed. It can be rather painful and makes swallowing food rather tedious. A sore throat can persist for a couple of days or more, based on the root cause and actions taken by the victims.
While most of us are often afflicted with a cold and sore throat, little do we know what actually causes them. A sore throat can be caused by a number of factors and sometimes, it is accompanied by conditions like a headache, cold and stomach ache (1). The major causes are:
Whether it is for teens, children or adults, there are many ways to treat a sore throat. The most common first step for treating a sore throat would be to consult a doctor or opt for OTC medications. However, it makes more sense to opt for herbal and household remedies to get relief from a sore throat. Given the fact that it does not lead to serious complications in most cases, you can try drinking various types of teas to soothe a sore throat. It is common knowledge that gulping down warm beverages offers some relief to your throat.
Drinking herbal teas can be helpful in treating an inflamed throat, but not all teas work on the throat in the same manner. Some herbal teas may numb the heaviness and irritation in the throat while some other types of tea may help heal bacterial infection leading to the condition. Besides, not everyone afflicted with a sore throat is likely to find relief by drinking the same type of tea. To get relief from a sore throat, you may try various types of herbal, spice-based, traditional or fusion tea.
Cinnamon is a spice that is used widely in the cuisines of various countries (2). It has a nice, invigorating aroma and helps decongest the throat to a great extent. Using it with honey helps clear the throat and honey helps lay a soothing coat on the inflamed throat. You will need ingredients like:
How To Prepare:
Heat the milk. Then add the ginger and cinnamon pieces to it. Add honey to add sweetness to the tea. You can drink it anytime, but gulping this concoction before sleeping proves to be particularly effective. If you are intolerant to cow milk, it is alright to use almond or coconut milk.
Originally from Russia, this tea can be drunk several times a day to soothe an inflamed throat. It is made with herbs and ingredients with proven therapeutic properties (3). Apart from clearing congestion in the throat, this tea also helps in mitigating germs leading to the onset of a sore throat.
You will need ingredients like:
How To Prepare:
You will need to combine all the above-said ingredients well. Then, pour into a container and stir well before use. For every usage, add 4 spoons of the mix to hot water. You may also add a small amount of lemonade to it to enhance the flavour.
Ginger is a common herb used mostly for cooking needs. However, ginger is also known for its robust anti-inflammatory properties (4). It has a nice aroma that enhances the flavour of the tea as well. This tea helps your stressed vocal muscles relax. You will need ingredients like:
How To Prepare:
Wash the ginger roots thoroughly. Ensure you use fresh and organic ginger to maximize the benefits. If you cannot get hold of ginger roots, organic ginger powder will also suffice. After chopping and crushing the ginger pieces well, boil some water in a pot. As the water starts boiling, add the ginger pieces in it. After a minute, add the sugar and tea leaves. Put off the flame and let the tea steep for a couple of minutes. Add the milk and stir well. Ensure you do not use a lot of sugar. Ginger tea can be taken twice or more per day. Some people prefer not using milk.
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