Sore Throat – Treatment Home Remedies

Sore Throat – Treatment Home Remedies Get plenty of rest and drink a lot of fluids. Take Tylenol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen for pain relief. Have a zinc lozenge.. The jury is still out, but some studies show zinc can relieve sore throats and other cold symptoms. Gargle with warm salt water (1 teaspoon of salt per glass of water). Have throat lozenges or hard candy. Have frozen treats (such as Popsicles). Use a humidifier. To help relieve the pain, apply a warm heating pad or compress to your throat. You can also try a warm chamomile poultice: Mix 1 tablespoon dried chamomile flowers into 1 or 2 cups boiling water; steep for five minutes, then strain. Soak a clean cloth or towel in the tea, wring it out, then apply to your throat. Remove the cloth when it becomes cold. Repeat as often as necessary. A salt plaster may also help provide relief. Mix 2 cups sea salt with 5 to 6 tablespoons lukewarm water. The salt should be damp, but not wet. Place the salt in the center of a dishtowel, then roll the towel along the longer side. Wrap the towel around your neck; cover it with another dry towel. Leave on for as long as you wish. Try steam inhalations to ease the pain. Run very hot water in a sink. With a towel draped over your head to trap the steam, lean over the sink while the hot water is running. Breathe deeply through your mouth and nose for 5 to 10 minutes. Repeat several times a day. Always be careful not to burn yourself with the hot water or steam.