I have allergies that kick up in the spring and fall. They give me a runny nose with a lot of drainage and a sore throat. I hate those nasty throat sprays and I’m tired of sucking on cough drops. Can you tell me what to take for a sore throat?
Mona G, Ohio
If you know you’re suffering from allergies, that makes it easier to know what to take for a sore throat. You can try several home remedies that will soothe all that irritation from drainage. You can find more on the topic here: https://www.tipsbulletin.com/how-to-get-rid-of-a-sore-throat-with-home-remedies-recipes/
As you’ll see, it has recipes and tips for a quick recovery.
One of the simplest recipes is just mixing water, lemon juice, and honey. If you want to have an anti-bacterial effect, sip apple cider vinegar and honey mixed with hot water. Even just gargling with salt water can help a sore throat. Additionally, you can use a variety of essential oils to treat a sore throat or a strep throat very quickly.
In conclusion, warm beverages or soups will usually help make your throat feel better. And oddly enough, so will marshmallows. They coat your throat to take away some of the stings.
Should you ever end up with a sore throat from strep or the flu, you can use the recipes in the article I mentioned. Also, using a humidifier helps keep mucus thin, so it drains faster. Plus, lots of rest and fluids are always helpful for getting over a sore throat or any illness.
Joan