How to Naturally Clear up a Sore Throat

Sore throats are very common and we've all had them. Whether they are caused by the flu, a common cold or something else, they will leave your throat dry, scratchy and itchy. Plus, they're likely to hurt and the worst of them can be just unbearable. Luckily, there are many ways to soothe a sore throat. Lots of them are even completely organic and natural. That's great because putting chemicals into your body is no way to cure things like a sore throat.

Things You'll Need

• Honey
• Salt
• Water
• Coffee
• Mint tea

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Instructions

Clear Your Sore Throat

• 1

  Mix together one glass of water and salt until the salt is dissolved.

• 2

  Gargle this mixture when you wake up in the morning with a sore throat, and before you go to bed if you still have it. This helps draw out water that has built up in your throat, causing the swelling that is associated with sore throats. You need only gargle for about 30 seconds at a time.

• 3

  Brew a nice cup of coffee if you have a cold. Coffee has antioxidant properties to help to soothe your throat.

• 4

  Brew a warm cup of mint tea. Mint helps to numb your throat and ease the pain.

• 5

  Add a drop of honey into the tea. This will make it taste great and will also be smooth and soothing against your throat. Drink this throughout the day for the best effect.