Anyone know some good home remedies for a sore throat?

Question

My throat has been really sore the last couple days. I’ve tried using cough drops but they only help a little bit. I’ve heard that gargling salt water can help. Does anyone know if this is true? Any other suggestions?

Answer 1

Hi there, I always try salt & warm water as a gargle 1st & if that don't do it I then try a little TCP in warm water as a gargle also... swallow the last little bit,don'tt ask why, but it seems 2 help...Hope this helps soothe ur throat

Answer 2

take internally some Oil of Oregano

gargle with some Oil of Oregano

Answer 3

Drink a lot of lemonade and orange juice.

Answer 4

Salty water will help but listerine works better and faster.

Answer 5

honey  

Answer 6

Salt water gargles are the best.  The salt attacks the bacteria that causes your sore throat.  Gargle every 2 to 4 hours.  Use about 4 oz (1/2 cup) water to 2 TBS salt.

In between, soothe your throat w/tea & honey, popsicles, etc.  Hope I helped :)

Answer 7

white vinegar helps allot