{"id":14474,"date":"2020-07-28T17:41:28","date_gmt":"2020-07-28T21:41:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=14474"},"modified":"2025-10-15T16:20:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T20:20:18","slug":"home-remedies-for-sore-throat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/home-remedies-for-sore-throat\/","title":{"rendered":"24 sore throat remedies"},"content":{"rendered":"

Having a <\/span>sore throat<\/span> is a common occurrence that can happen anytime, but it’s especially prevalent in the winter. The <\/span>common cold and flu<\/span><\/a> aren’t the only reasons why you could develop a sore throat. Also called <\/span>pharyngitis<\/span><\/a>, a sore throat could be the result of an allergy, acid reflux, dry air, cigarette smoke, overusing your voice or vocal cords, or sleeping with your mouth open.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Viruses or bacteria could cause a sore throat. A bacterial infection, such as<\/span> strep throat<\/span><\/a>, may require an <\/span>antibiotic medication<\/span> to relieve symptoms. A doctor can<\/span> swab the throat<\/span> and test the culture to diagnose or rule out strep throat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

On the other hand, a sore throat from a viral infection has to run its course, but it should go away fairly quickly with home remedies and alternative treatments. The following sore throat remedies are among the numerous ways to treat throat pain.<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/b>Strep throat vs. sore throat<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

What\u2019s good for a sore throat? 24 sore throat remedies<\/span><\/h2>\n
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  1. Saltwater<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Baking soda<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  3. Hydrogen peroxide<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Mouthwash<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  5. Apple cider vinegar<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  6. Licorice root<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  7. Lemon juice<\/a><\/li>\n
  8. Honey<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  9. Ginger<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  10. Chicken soup<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  11. Chamomile<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  12. Slippery elm<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  13. Fenugreek<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  14. Marshmallow root<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  15. Peppermint<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  16. Popsicles<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  17. Ice chips<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  18. Soft foods<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  19. Mucus-killing foods<\/a><\/li>\n
  20. Hydration<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  21. Osha<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  22. Massaging lymph nodes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  23. Disinfect surroundings<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n
  24. Capsaicin<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    1. Saltwater gargle<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Gargling salt water for a sore throat is an<\/span> effective<\/span><\/a> home remedy that you can easily add to your daily routine. The ratio of salt to water in a gargle recipe can vary, but \u00bd teaspoon of salt to four ounces of warm water is a starting point. Why does gargling salt water help a sore throat? Saltwater can draw mucus out of the inflamed throat and reduce swelling. For maximum effectiveness, swish warm salt water in the mouth and gargle in the back of the throat every few hours.<\/span><\/p>\n

    2. Baking soda mouth rinse<\/span><\/h3>\n

    A gargle solution made with baking soda is an alternative to the traditional saltwater solution. Baking soda has been shown to <\/span>increase the pH of saliva<\/span><\/a>, helping to fight off infection and relieve throat pain. Add \u00bc teaspoon of baking soda to one cup of warm water and use this solution to cleanse the mouth and throat through gargling. To further health benefits, add \u215b teaspoon of salt to the mixture. To soothe a sore throat and reduce mucus, swish and gargle throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n

    3. Hydrogen peroxide gargle<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Gargling with <\/span>hydrogen peroxide<\/span><\/a> can also kill bacteria in the throat and mouth that cause sore throats. One part hydrogen peroxide (3% concentration) added to two parts of water can be gargled and swished to encourage healing. Do not gargle with peroxide for longer than 90 seconds. Be careful to never swallow a hydrogen peroxide mixture, even if you use \u201cfood safe\u201d hydrogen peroxide.<\/span><\/p>\n

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