What are some of the best home remedies for treating a sore throat?
In addition to using natural remedies, here are some helpful home remedy tips and suggestions you can also try to get pain relief from throat soreness. • Gargle with lukewarm salt water. Mix about 1 teaspoon of table salt in a cup (250 mL) of water and gargle several times a day. • Drink water to prevent dehydration. Avoid acidic juices and soda beverages. • Quit smoking. • If it’s due to the cold or flu, get sufficient rest to allow your body (and throat) to heal. • Humidify the room you sleep in with a cool mist or warm mist humidifier. (A warm mist humidifier tends to heat the room up.) 30% to 50% humidity is the most comfortable range and closer to the 50% humidity provides the best comfort. • Eat light meals and drink soup that is not too spicy (although a bit of spice might help to give some relief from pain). Definitely avoid chilly and very spicy foods. • Avoid deep-fried foods such as fried chicken and french fries. They can further irritate the throat.
