How to Care For a Sore Throat
How to care for a Sore Throat
If you are suffering from a sore throat, it doesn’t mean that you have the cooties. Sore throats are one of the most common health complaints. They are characterized by a raw, burning, and/or scratchy feeling at the back of the throat. Most sore throats are caused by viral infections such as the common cold. Bacterial infection, especially Streptococcus infection, can also be responsible. In addition, a sore throat can be caused by anything that irritates the sensitive mucous membranes at the back of the throat and mouth. Some irritants include medications, surgery, radiation therapy, dust smoke, fumes, extremely hot foods or drinks, tooth or gum infections, Chronic coughing and excessive loud talking also irritate the throat.
An acute sore throat usually runs its course within a few days to a few weeks. Sore throats are seldom serious, but quite often are the first symptoms of another disorder. Sore throats can signal a cold, flue, mononucleosis, Epstein-Barr virus, as well as many childhood illnesses such as measles and chickenpox. More rarely, a sore throat may indicate chronic fatigue syndrome, diphtheria, epiglottitis, or laryngeal cancer.
Soothes your throat and provides natural sources of vitamin C Ingredients: Marshmallow root, Rose hips, Rose petals. Sage
Marshmallow root tea had been approved for soothing of irritation due to mucosal inflammation of the mouth and pharynx, upper respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal tract. The root is commonly used as a component of couth tea and cough syrups. Modern herbalists recommend marshmallow for relieving digestion and respiratory problems such as cough, colds and asthma.
Rose Hips are the fruits that develop from the blossoms of the wild rose. They are typically orange to red in color, but some species may be purple or black. Rose hips have traditionally been used to treat and prevent respiratory infections, gallstones, and ulcers. The fruit has also been used to treat inflammatory diseases, such as arthritis, upper respiratory, and as a tonic for the stomach and the kidneys.
Roses are used to help female reproductive complaints, upper respiratory complaints, prevent hair loss, skin disorders, and skin degeneration. The sugar contained in roses is important for its hydration properties and tonic effects. The herb also helps to harmonize formulas. Roses have general stimulating and reparative properties.
Sage (Salvia libanotica) native to the Mediterranean region has been noted as a popular plant remedy used as a antimicrobial and to treat colds, influenza, abdominal pain, headaches, heart disorders, and gall stones. Sage is sometimes used in aromatherapy to purify the air and prevent the spread of air-born infections.
Directions: Add one tablespoon of dried herbs to 8 ounces of water once a day. Brew, strain and drink, 2 -3 times a day.
Cut your food into very small pieces. This will cause less irritation to the throat.
Use frozen popsicles, ice cream, and yogurt to soothe a sore throat.
Avoid eating foods that are spicy and hot.
Gargle alternately with chlorophyll liquid and sea salt.
Use a mixture of raw honey and lemon juice to soothe the throat
References:
Balch, Phyllis A., CNC. (2011). Prescription for nutritional healing: Third Edition.
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