Remedies for a sore throat?

Question

Hiya all.

Its late here, kids in bed, partner at work so I cant go anywhere, but I have a really sore throat. I usually have aspirin to gurgle, but cant find any now. Is there any other home remedies that I can try? Something that will most likely be in most peoples cupboards?

I tried panadol, dulled the pain a little but not much.

Answer 1

Salt water and honey works for me. Also listerene can help depending on what causes it (for me at least).

Answer 2

Lemon tea (hot)

also, lose Riiiiiiiccoooolllaaa are really good.

ALso, be quiet for a while :)

Answer 3

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Answer 4

I have gargled with apple cider vinegar and water, but a truly unique remedy that works for me is iodine, brushed on the inners of my wrists. Sounds like 'what?' but it always relieves my sore throat in about 45 minutes.

Answer 5

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) According to Dr. Jarvis in his classic Folk Medicine, the remedy to use to get rid of a sore throat is to gargle with ACV. The acidity should kill the bacteria on contact. Mix one teaspoon to 2 tablespoons in a glass of water. You can mix it as strong as you can stand it. Gargle one mouthful every hour, swallowing afterward. Repeat twice each time. This treatment can cure a streptococcic sore throat in 24 hours. The acid in the ACV is very helpful in soothing and minimizing the sore throat, and, if you swallow it, the extra potassium is also beneficial. Note: After using this remedy be sure to rinse your mouth with water to prevent the acid from eroding the enamel on your teeth.

Combine one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar, one teaspoon of cayenne pepper and three tablespoons of clover honey in a glass of warm water. Gargle as often as necessary.

Betony is a useful astringent which reduces inflammation. Make a tea and use as a gargle.

Cayenne pepper Add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to 1 cup of boiling water; stir well and gargle while mixture is very warm. This brings more circulation to the area and helps draw away the infection. To this formula you can add 4 parts echinacea, 1 part garlic bulb, and 2 parts peppermint leaves to 1 part cayenne.

Or another remedy is to add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to 1 cup of boiling water; stir well and sip slowly.

Chamomile tea Make a tea adding 1 or 2 teaspoons of dried chamomile blossoms to a pint of boiling water; steep and drink a cup every few hours.

Chlorophyll Use ½ teaspoon to ½ cup of water and gargle three times a day.

Echinacea/goldenseal Add 30 drops of echinacea/goldenseal combination to one cup of warm water; drink every two hours.

Ginger Peel the skin from a small ginger root. Slice the root into thin coins and place the pieces into a small pot of water. Boil the pieces to make tea. The tea should turn a yellowish (straw) or tan color. Add three tablespoons of your favorite honey to sweeten the tea. Sip the hot tea slowly. The tea gives a sharp tingle to the throat after swallowing it. After you sip it, gently clear your throat.This tea also works for trying to get your voice back after a cold. This remedy compliments of Cathy Ekaitis.

Goldenseal Boil a pint of water and add ½ teaspoon of powdered goldenseal root. Drink hot. Goldenseal is well known for its antibiotic properties.

Grapefruit seed extract This extract is a powerful all-around antimicrobial product and is an excellent disinfectant and antiseptic. Add five drops to a glass of water for a soothing gargle.

Honey/apple cider vinegar Mix ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar and ¼ cup of honey. Take one tablespoon every four hours or as needed for pain relief.

Honey/lemon juice Take several tablespoons of this mixture several times a day. Let it sit in your throat a little while. This remedy will also help alleviate that irritating throat "tickle."

Hyssop Steep two teaspoons of dried hyssop in one cup of boiling water, covered for ten minutes; strain and drink cool for an expectorant or hot to relieve coughs, congestion, and sore throat. The oils in hyssop are good for mild respiratory problems. Hyssop contains marrubiin, the same compound that makes horehound an excellent expectorant.

Lemon Add the juice of one lemon and one teaspoon of salt to one cup of warm water. Gargle three times a day for one minute.

Licorice Either suck licorice candy or drink licorice tea made by steeping one teaspoon of licorice root in a cup of hot water for three minutes. Drinking the tea will help clear mucus.

Marshmallow root bark Make a tea by putting one or two teaspoons in a cup of hot water. Drink several cups a day or as needed. This tea will coat the throat and relieve soreness and coughs.

Mustard Grind one tablespoon of mustard seed and combine with the juice of half a lemon, one tablespoon of salt, one tablespoon of clear honey, and 1 1/4 cups of boiling water. Leave this mixture, covered, for 15 minutes and use as a gargle.

Myrrh It can be made into a tea. To make the tea add 2 sprigs of coarsely chopped parsley, 3 whole spice cloves, 1 teaspoon of powdered myrrh, and 1/4 teaspoon powdered goldenseal to 1 pint of boiling water. Steep. Stir occasionally while cooling, then strain and use as a gargle or mouthwash.

Pomegranate Boil some pomegranate rinds and drink as a tea. The pomegranate contains astringents.

Slippery elm bark Make a tea by putting one or two teaspoons in a cup of hot water. Drink several cups a day or as needed. This tea will coat the throat and relieve soreness and coughs. Slippery elm lozenges may also be used and are much more convenient if you are going to be away from home.

Thyme Make a tea by lightly crushing five fresh or dried leaves; place in a cup and fill with water cooled to just below boiling; cover and leave to infuse for five minutes; remove leaves and drink. May also be used as a gargle. Thyme has antiseptic properties.

Water/salt Mix a teaspoon of salt in eight ounces of quite warm water. Gargle the whole mixture several times a day. This will increase the blood supply to the area by washing away mucus and dilating capillaries, thereby enabling better circulation of infection-fighting antibodies.

Answer 6

Salt water or mouthwash to gargle. Drink lemon tea (if you have any), take horseradish and garlic tablets (if you have any). Suck on any kind of lolly you can find to keep your throat moist. Put some Vicks Vapo rub on your neck.

Hope this helps!

Answer 7

SALT WATER!!!!   It's almost fool-proof.  One teaspoon to a regualr 8 oz. glass of water!  Just DON'T swallow it.  The salt really does help to kill the bacteria in the throat that's causing it to be sore.  You may even feel immeidate relief!

Answer 8

Put some honey in a jar  add some chopped up onion wait a hour or so and drink it  for a coff add some peppermint.

Answer 9

vodka!

Answer 10

This is what I do:

1. 3/4 cup water, 2-3 tablespoons APPLE cider vinegar, capful of lemon juice, 2-3 tablespoons honey (to taste). Warm the mixture up in the microwave, I use 1 minute. This is my hot toddy that I use for my entire family.

2. Suck on a COLD EEZE as directed on the package. This is zinc, this helps the relieve symptoms of a cold and makes it run through faster. I think it builds up your immune system or something

3. If the hot toddy doesn't help. Gargle in warm salt water.

4. If the hot toddy or warm salt water doesn't work, get some Chloroseptic throat spray and spray according to directions in your throat.

5. You can also take Advil or Tylenol to help with any pain as well.

6. For immediate and quick relief that will only last maybe 15 minutes. Drink a teaspoonfull of lemon juice.

The above helps greatly with me and my family. I hope it helps you.

Answer 11

camomile tea with lemon and honey ,and a dash of brandy or rum or vodka .it works .

Answer 12

A good syrup for a sore throat is:

250ml Apple Cider Vinegar

7 grams Caraway seeds

7 grams fennel seeds

40 grams fresh garlic cloves (blended)

Boil for 10 minutes or until it becomes a soup.

Can be strained if needed.

Add 300 grams of good quality honey AFTER boiling.

Gargle & swallow. Keeps in fridge for about a week if covered.

Answer 13

ive heard honey works really good

Answer 14

1. Gargling with salt warm water

2. drinking hot tea

*I know this sounds gross, but mix turmeric and milk, and warm it up. then drink it. it works wonders

Answer 15

my never-fail, cure-all for sore throats, flus, colds, stomach upsets and general run down-ness is ...

one lemon, skin on, chopped

5 cloves garlic, skin off, chopped

2 chillies, chopped

1 thumb size k**b ginger, chopped

place all ingredients in jug or teapot, pour boiling water over and steep for 5 minutes. strain and drink at least 2 litres per day, hot or cooled, for 2 days. each top up,add more of the same ingredients.

this remedy tastes strange at first, but it is really good for a sore throat. enjoy and get well soon.

Answer 16

warm up some honey and lemon juice and sip it slowly - a bit of brandy in it doesn't hurt either.

Answer 17

Boil about 10 cloves in a cup and a half of water for at least 5 minutes. Strain, sweeten with honey, add lemon if you have it, and drink.

Cloves contain the same active ingredient as novacaine and are also terrific to place by a sore tooth. :)

Hope this helps!

Dee