Throat inflammation is an infection caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pyogenes. It usually manifests as a painful and red throat. It affects people of all age groups, but most commonly occurs in young children, no older than 13 years.
We know very effective alternative natural remedies that can be useful in case you have a throat infection. Not only do they soothe pain, but they also directly attack bacteria and eliminate the inflammation itself.
Among the best we can recommend are:
Honey is a remarkable food that can be immensely helpful in almost any health problem.
In the case of a throat infection, honey is excellent due to its strong medicinal properties. And what’s more, even modern medicine still uses honey for wound dressings.
Besides the numerous benefits of apple cider vinegar, it can also be excellent in the case of throat inflammation. All you need to do is mix it in a glass of warm water and gargle.
The amount you should use depends on the individual, but it is usually recommended to mix 1-3 teaspoons in a cup of water. If that is not sufficient, you can increase the dose and mix 1/4 cup of vinegar in 2 cups of water.
The effect begins within 30 minutes, but sometimes it may take a little longer.
Vitamin C effectively treats sore throat thanks to its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, soothing and healing effects. Tea with lemon and honey has been used for centuries, and is still used today.
Studies have shown that cayenne spice is well absorbed through the skin, so it can treat muscle and joint pain. When consumed directly, its taste is so strong that it could irritate the throat, so topical use is preferable.
Therefore, rather rub the spice mixed with a cream into the skin at the affected area, such as swollen lymph nodes on and under the neck.
You can use a regular cream, or you can combine 1 teaspoon of ground cayenne pepper with half a cup of coconut or olive oil.
Research has shown that essential oils such as thyme, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, grapefruit, sage or cinnamon can be very effective for throat inflammation.
Given their strong antibacterial effects, these oils may also be beneficial against internal bacterial infections.
For quick onset of effect and relief you can add five drops of an essential oil to a pot of water and heat. Remove the pot from the heat before the water starts to boil and inhale the steam for a few minutes, several times a day.
