How to Hydrate & Heal Your Vocal Cords
Instructions
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Drink water -- you are well hydrated if your urine is clear or pale yellow. Water will lubricate the vocal cords and reduce the amount of mucous that accumulates. Avoid caffeine and alcohol as they can cause dehydration.
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Rest your vocal cords as much as possible when they are irritated. Do not scream, talk as little as possible and whisper whenever feasible. Drink hot tea or gargle with saltwater to relieve soreness.
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Avoid fatty, spicy and acidic foods to reduce the risk of damage to the vocal cords from acid reflux --stomach acid backing up into the esophagus. This can cause inflammation, pain and swelling in the vocal cords.
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