Most sore throats are caused by viruses and are usually accompanied by a cold or flu. But they can also be caused by bacteria, allergies and environmental irritation. Here's how you can get rid of the soreness naturally.
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- Soothe Sore Throat Naturally
- How to Soothe a Sore Throat Naturally
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- A vaporizer or humidifier
- Warm salt water
- Tea
- Honey
- Zinc lozenges
- Zinc Lozenges
- Humidifiers
- Multivitamins
- Vitamin C
- Lemon Juices
- Echinacea
- Teas
- Salt
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Use a vaporizer or humidifier in your bedroom.
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Gargle with warm salt water (1/4 tsp. salt in 8-oz. glass of water) several times a day.
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Increase your fluid intake.
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Drink tea or even plain hot water with honey.
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Mix honey and lemon juice together and drink.
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Use zinc lozenges for healing and pain relief.
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Take a high-potency multivitamin and echinacea to build up your immune system.
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Reduce exposure to dust, cigarette smoke and other chemical irritants.
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Avoid very spicy or hot foods.
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