Sore throats can sometimes come at the worst times, but consider these tips and tricks to potentially help soothe your scratchy throat.
- Raw Honey
- Bone Broth
- Fresh Garlic
- Water
- Vitamin C
- Probiotics
- Sleep
- Lemon Essential Oil
- Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- Zinc
- Licorice Root
- Echinacea
- Light Physical Activity
We will focus on six of these 13 great ideas!
Raw Honey
- Anti-inflammatory
- Can reduce mucus secretion and coughs
- Can inhibit ~60 species of bacteria
- Antioxidant
Bone Broth
- Can keep you hydrated
- Supports the immune system
- Contains essential minerals (calcium, magnesium, phosphorus)
- Produces amino acids that reduce inflammation in the respiratory system
Fresh Garlic
- The active ingredient, allicin, has antimicrobial activities, including multidrug-resistant strains of E. coli
- Potent immune-stimulating effects
- Add to your food throughout the day or consider garlic supplements
Water
- Staying hydrated is key
- Drink at least 8oz of water every 2 hours
- Try warming your water up and infusing it with lemon, honey, and/or garlic
Vitamin C
- Helps immune function by boosting white blood cells
- Studies show that vitamin C can shorten the duration of respiratory symptoms
- Supplement by consuming vitamin-rich foods (grapefruit, kiwi, strawberries, oranges, kale, guava)
Probiotics
- Can improve the barrier function in the intestines which helps to reduce the leakage of toxins through the mucosa and into the bloodstream
- Helps maintain a healthy community of microorganisms
- Can help return the microorganisms to a healthy condition after being disrupted by an infection
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