Herbal Treatment for Swollen Tonsils

Infected tonsils, tonsillitis, post nasal drip, cold, flu, allergies, and viruses can assault throat tissue. There are herb treatments that can reduce inflammation, act as a potent natural antibiotic, reduce swelling in lymph glands, and work as an anti-inflammatory. Herbal teas, gargles, and other home remedy cures are abundant for treating swollen sore tonsils.

Cleavers

• Cleavers is an herb that reduces inflammation, swollen lymph glands and helps flush toxins from the system. To make tea steep 2 tsp. of cleavers in a cup of boiling water for fifteen minutes. Strain the concentrated tea and drink slowly. Repeat three times a day as long as the tonsillitis persists.

Fenugreek Seeds

• Fenugreek seeds make a soothing gargle for swollen tonsils and is very effective for tonsillitis. Simmer 2 tbsp. of fenugreek for half an hour in a qt. of water. Remove from the heat to cool. Gargle repeatedly during the day and night until the gargle is all used. Make a fresh gargle for each day it is to be used.

Turmeric Powder or Juice

• Turmeric has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. There are two ways to use turmeric to treat a sore throat and swollen tonsils. The first method is to mix 1 tsp. of turmeric juice with 2 tbsp. of honey; take a spoonful to coat and soothe the throat. The second method is to mix 1 tsp. of turmeric powder with 1 cup of heated milk. Drink to soothe pain and warm tonsils. Turmeric actually helps treat infections of the tonsils.

Clematis

• Clematis has anti-inflammatory properties and is best used in tea form as a gargle. Clematis soothes the soreness in from swollen tonsils. Make tea with 2 pt. boiled water and 2 tbsp. of clematis. Let it steep for 10 minutes. Cool the tea enough to not burn the throat, strain and gargle. Repeat several times a day.

Echinacea

• Echinacea is an herb that is an immune stimulant and considered to be natures antibiotic. Taken in conjunction with golden seal, echinacea is a potent antibiotic. Take 10 to 15 capsules (400 mg) daily to treat an infection.

Golden Seal

• Golden seal is a natural immune system booster and antibiotic that increases the white blood cell count. Golden seal is also a potent immune stimulant, potent antiseptic and antibiotic. Take 2 to 5 capsules (750 to 1500 mg) three times daily.

Tip

• It is important to know when the use of herbal treatment is no longer appropriate for the condition. If high fever is persists after three or for days of herbal treatment or if white spots appear or increase in size on the tonsils call your doctor.