A sore throat is a common irritation caused by dryness, colds, flu, allergies, or too much talking. It usually starts with a scratchy or burning feeling and can become painful when swallowing.
Common Symptoms
- Scratchy or dry throat
- Pain when swallowing
- Hoarse voice
- Mild swelling
- Redness at the back of the throat
- Occasional cough or irritation
🍯 Remedy 1: Warm Honey–Lemon Drink
A soothing classic that coats and calms the throat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
How to Make It
- Warm the water (not boiling).
- Stir in honey until fully dissolved.
- Add lemon juice and mix well.
How to Use
Drink slowly while warm, 2–3 times a day.
Shelf Life
Best made fresh each time.
Honey and lemon mixture (without water) lasts 3–4 days in the fridge.
🌿 Remedy 2: Ginger–Cinnamon Soothing Tea
Helps reduce inflammation and gives gentle warmth.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon powder (or 1 cinnamon stick)
- Optional: 1 teaspoon honey
How to Make It
- Bring the water to a boil.
- Add ginger and cinnamon, and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Strain into a cup.
- Add honey once cooled slightly.
How to Use
Sip 1–2 cups a day to ease discomfort.
Shelf Life
Best consumed immediately.
Tea can be stored in the fridge for 12–24 hours and reheated gently.
🧂 Remedy 3: Saltwater Gargle
A simple, powerful way to reduce throat irritation.
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water
- ½ teaspoon salt
How to Make It
- Warm the water until comfortably hot, not boiling.
- Stir in salt until dissolved.
How to Use
- Gargle for 15–20 seconds and spit out.
- Repeat 2–3 times a day.
- Do not swallow.
Shelf Life
Make a fresh mixture each time.
🌼 Extra Usage Tips
- Drink plenty of warm fluids to keep the throat moist.
- Avoid very cold drinks until the soreness eases
- A humidifier or steam inhalation may ease dryness.
- Suck on herbal lozenges or hard candy when on the go.
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