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Home remedies can be used to treat sore throats
Home remedies can help to relieve sore throats – complementing medicinal products from pharmacies and chemists.
Keep warm
Herbal teas, with or without honey
At the first sign of a sore throat, many people find warm teas with chamomile, sage or peppermint extremely soothing and calming. Herbs are renowned for their soothing properties in the throat and pharynx.
Honey has antibacterial and calming effects. A spoonful of honey in tea or on its own before bedtime can help relieve a sore throat. Manuka honey is known to be particularly effective.
Steam inhalation
Inhaling hot water, possibly with a few drops of essential oils such as eucalyptus, moisturises the mucosa and soothes irritation in the throat.
Throat compresses
Whether filled with quark, potatoes or linseed, warm or cool: A compress can help soothe a burning throat. This home remedy offers effective relief for sore throats when worn overnight.
Onion syrup
Chop up an onion and sprinkle on some sugar. Leave the mixture to stand for 2 hours. Then take 1-2 tablespoons of the mixture.
Eat ice cream
What helps children's sore throats is good for adults too. This is a popular home remedy for sore throats across all generations.
Rest and no exercise
Take your body's warning signals seriously, rest and wait until you are completely well before doing any endurance sports.
Home remedies are particularly good for mild symptoms and for prevention. If your symptoms are more severe, ask a professional who knows about neo-angin for advice.
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