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Marshmallow Root
This plant is used to treat the sore throat and various other conditions. This remedy is being used
since the middle ages. The roots of marshmallow contain a gelatine like substance that is known as
mucilage. It helps to lubricate the throat.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Since ancient times, apple cider vinegar is being used as a folk medicine and as a natural health
tonic. Hippocrates also known as the ancient Greek physician describes the combination of honey
and apple cider vinegar as a natural remedy for treating sore throat. If you are suffering from throat
pain and want an easy and harmless way to get relief from it then to 1 cup of water mix 1 teaspoon
of apple cider vinegar, might not be really good to taste we know but nothing compares to the
goodness of this remedy. To make the mixture taste good you can even add a teaspoon of honey to
it. Make sure that you do not take too much of apple cider vinegar or else it could become the
reason for decaying of the teeth and lead to many digestive problems. The antibacterial properties
vinegar will provide relief from sore throat.
Honey
A natural sweetener found in nature is best used in combination with some other natural
ingredients. It helps to fight the infections and provide relief from pain. This mixture can make the
remedy undeniably better.
Licorice Root
It is a plant native to South Asia and Europe. This traditional herb is used to treat many problems
worldwide. Although there is not any scientific proof that licorice root give relief form teh sore
throat but there has been a few tests that were run on a few patients that prove its use. People who
had undergone a major surgery like the removal of the breathing tube they felt less pain comapared
to the time they were not having licorice.
Another way to consume licroice is by boiling it with water and thereafter drinking the hot water
with licorice in it.
Lemon Water
It is one refreshing beverage that will to reduce the pain of the throat that occurs to anyone during
cold or the flu. Lemon also contains antioxidants and vitamin C. It helps to increase the production of
mucous which keeps the mucous membranes moist.
In a glass of warm water, squeeze a bit of honey and a pinch of salt and now drink the mixture and
enjoy its maximized benefits and natural goodness.
Coconut Oil
It has several health benefits and studies show that it is an effective remedy to fight any kind of
infections, reduce inflammation and relieve the body from the pain. Coconut oil helps to lubricate
the mucous membrane present in the throat.
Here are a few other things that you must try in order to reap the benefits of cocoa;
- Add a spoonful of coconut oil to soup
- Add a spoonful of coconut oil to hot tea or cocoa
- You can directly consume a spoonful of coconut oil and gulp it down your throat
Do not consume more than 2 tablespoons of coconut oil. If you are able to consume even 2
tablespoons of coconut oil everyday, almost 30 ml quantity then it will help you to fight the
infections of the body. It is one of the best Herbal Remedies for Throat Infection.
Cinnamon
It is a fragrant herb and a very delicious spice that has various antioxidants that provides anti-
bacterial properties. This traditional remedy helps to cure cold, cough and flu. You can easily find
this at any grocery store. Cinnamon can also be added to black or herbal tea. You can even prepare
cinnamon almond milk to your food and it will help to soothe your throat.
Author Bio: Satnam Singh is a health practitioner in arogyam Patiala. He is an herbalist and
naturopath who is the founder and CEO of 6 Ayurvedic hospitals in Northern India. He leads a team
of highly qualified and Ayurvedic doctors.