Home Remedies for a Sore Throat
For Bacterial Infections:
Mix ½ teaspoon of lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of honey in 1 cup of warm water. Sip slowly.
Combine 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon each of lemon juice and honey in warm water. Drink this 2-3 times daily.
Add 1 teaspoon each of cinnamon powder and black pepper powder to a glass of warm water. Let it cool slightly and gargle with it 2-3 times a day.
Dissolve ½ teaspoon of salt in warm water and use it for gargling.
Chew a raw garlic (lahsun) clove daily to help combat the infection.
Boil 2 cups of water and add 1 teaspoon of slippery elm bark. Let it steep for a few minutes, then strain and drink the warm liquid slowly.
For Viral Infections:
Mix a small amount of honey, lemon juice, and crushed ginger in warm water and drink it.
Steam an apple, mash it, add some honey, and eat it for soothing relief.
Add 2 teaspoons of chopped horehound herb to 1 cup of boiling water. Boil for 10 minutes, strain, and drink the tea warm.
Diet and Lifestyle Guidelines for Sore Throat Relief
Eat fresh, warm, and wholesome meals.
Drink warm liquids to soothe the throat.
Prepare and consume hot green gram (moong dal) soup for pain relief.
Ensure adequate rest and follow medical advice based on the condition's severity.
Avoid sleeping during the day.
Maintain proper digestion, as poor gut health can aggravate infections.
Consult a doctor in case of persistent or severe symptoms.
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