Introduction:

The flu season is full swing, and a sore throat is one of the most common symptoms you might experience. A sore throat can be painful — and contribute to your misery during a sickness. Fortunately, there are plenty of KITCHEN REMEDIES you can try to soothe your inflamed throat.

Salt Water

Gargling salt water can relieve some of the pain associated with a sore throat. Gargling salt water every hour will get rid of your sore throat in no time. Salt water also helps to kill bacteria in your throat and break down secretions. Mix a half teaspoon of salt into a full glass of warm water. Gargle for as long as you want.

Honey

The first way to soothe your sore throat is to incorporate honey into your day to day routine… Honey is a traditional remedy for soothing throats. Of all the honeys, Manuka honey is the best choice. Honey has antiviral and antibacterial properties making it a great choice. Honey is also a wound healer. You can use it on wounds anywhere, which contributes to its effectiveness against sore throats.

You can use honey several ways. The first is just eating a tablespoon of honey, without anything else. You can mix honey with a delicious cup of herbal tea.

Garlic

Garlic has amazing antibacterial properties that will fight off infections. For example, it is one of the best treatments for a yeast infection.

So, to use garlic to soothe your sore throat, try taking a garlic supplement throughout the day. It is a good idea to include a garlic supplement all the time to reduce the risk of catching a virus. You may also add some garlic to your lunch and dinner today.

You can also try sucking on a clove of garlic to soothe your throat. Yes, this can be an effective treatment. However, make sure you brush your teeth very well afterward.

Apple Cider Vinegar

It seems an unpalatable and an uncomfortable solution. However, ACV is known for its antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that make it an ideal choice to fight your sore throat. The higher content of acid will help to break down the mucus leading to a sore throat and stop any bacteria from spreading.

Try diluting one to two tablespoons in a cup of water. Then, gargle it. Also, you can sip on warm water, ACV and honey. That makes it more palatable to sip.

Chamomile Tea

Chamomile is known for its calming and soothing effects. Aside from aiding sleeping problems, chamomile can also soothe your sore throat. Chamomile contains anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and astringent properties.

To use chamomile to soothe your pain, you can try inhaling chamomile steam. Many people create a tent with a towel over a pot of hot water. You can add some drops of chamomile essential oil or dried herbs.

Another choice that tends to be the most popular is drinking chamomile tea. You can purchase pre-made chamomile tea bags or make your own at home with home-grown herbs. Chamomile tea will also help to boost your immune system to fight off the bacteria or the virus that is causing the sore throat.

Conclusion:

Common ingredients found in our kitchens can offer great solutions to the vexing problems of seasonal flu’s.