| It may come as a dry itch. Or a scratchy soreness in | | | | Cayenne pepper, also helps to stop pain, so add it to |
| the throat or neck But whatever the effects, a sore | | | | your gargling concoction. It is imperative to gargle all |
| throat can range from a simple, mild irritant to a very | | | | these herbs before swallowing them. Herbal treatment |
| painful condition. | | | | options can help soothe and heal a sore throat, |
| A sore throat, which is also known as pharyngitis, | | | | depending on whether it is the result of a cold, voice |
| laryngitis or tonsillitis, happens when your immune | | | | overuse or another affliction. |
| system reacts to an allergen or infection, and triggers | | | | Turmeric (Cucuma longa)is a spice that is very popular |
| a release of inflammatory chemicals like histamines | | | | particularly in India. It contains curcumin, a proven |
| and leukotrienes that irritate the membranes. A hot, | | | | anti-inflammatory agent, along with astringent |
| phlegm-filled throat would generally mean you've fallen | | | | components that dry out phlemgy throats and |
| prey to whichever cold or flu bug is in your | | | | antimicrobial agents to battle infection. To prepare, |
| surroundings. | | | | gargle with 1 teaspoon of powdered turmeric in a cup |
| Dry, sore and raspy throats are the result of allergies, | | | | of hot water. |
| exposure to pollutants or strained vocal chords. A sore | | | | Ginger (Zingiber officinale). Another staple ingredient in |
| throat can accompany a cold or flu, or it can be the | | | | the Indian therapeutic realm. This herb alleviates |
| result of overuse of the voice or irritants such as | | | | inflammation and infection. Brew a concoction from a |
| cigarette smoke and alcohol. Nevertheless, despite its | | | | few slices of the fresh root, a teaspoon of ground |
| many causes, a number of alternative herbal remedies | | | | powder or a premixed tea bag in a cup of hot water. It |
| exist and may help relieve the discomforts of a sore | | | | is advised to gargle as much as three cups a day. |
| throat. | | | | * Herbal Throat Lozenges |
| * Herbal Remedies for Sore Throat | | | | Homemade throat lozenges are simple and easy to |
| Herbs can alleviate pain and inflammation, provide | | | | make, and quite effective at treating a sore threat. Try |
| temporary relief, and help heal raw throat conditions. | | | | them the next time you have a cold. To make one, all |
| Traditional immune boosters such as echinacea and | | | | you need to prepare are: |
| goldenseal or Oregon grape root are effective when | | | | 3 tablespoons licorice, powdered, 3 tablespoons |
| you have a sore throat that is caused by a cold or flu. | | | | marshmallow or slippery elm, powdered |
| Garlic can also be helpful herb when battling sore | | | | 3 tablespoons red raspberry leaves, powdered 1 |
| throat, since this herb is noted to fight off offending | | | | teaspoon cayenne pepper, 10 drops scented geranium, |
| bacteria or viruses. It would be best to try adding it | | | | sage, or rosemary essential oil, honey and cornstarch. |
| raw to your salad and other dishes. | | | | To prepare the lozenge, mix the herbal ingredients |
| Mucilaginous herbs can also alleviate sore throat. | | | | together with the adequate amount of honey to make |
| Marshmallow and slippery elm do a wonderful job. | | | | a thick goo, or quite a sticky concoction. Add essential |
| Gargling with astringent herbs will ease the discomfort. | | | | oil and mix well with a fork or fingers. Pinch off small |
| Raspberry or blackberry leaves along with elder | | | | pieces, roll into balls, and flatten lightly to form a |
| flowers are effective for this condition. Combine them | | | | lozenge. |
| with marshmallow and licorice for a soothing effect. | | | | |