What are some effective home remedies for a sore throat?
I’ve had many sore throats and this was what helped me most *drinking warm liquids. Honey and/or lemon tea are the best. Also try *Gargle several time a day with with warm salt water (1/2 tsp of salt in 1 cup of water) *Cold liquids or popsicles & icecream help soothe and relieve pain from some sore throats. *Sucking on hard candies or throat lozenges can be very soothing, because it increases saliva production. ~~This should not be used in young children becuase of a choking hazard~~ *Over-the-counter pain medications. It’s time to call the doctor when * You have difficulty swallowing or breathing *Excessive drolling in a young kid *Fever over 101F *Tender Lymph glands *Pus in back of throat *Red rash on neck Sources: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003053.
