How to Heal Diseased Tonsils Naturally

Tonsils are one of the first lines of defense against bacterial and viral invaders in our body. They trap germs entering the body so that white blood cells can destroy them. There are many things you can do at home to heal diseased tonsils naturally. However, sometimes a visit to the doctor for prescription antibiotics or surgery may be necessary.

Things You'll Need

• Oral thermometer
• Ibuprofen
• Vitamin C
• Honey
• Salt
• Chicken soup

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Instructions

How to Heal Diseased Tonsils Naturally

• 1

  Use an oral thermometer to take your body temperature. The average body temperature for adults is 97.6 degrees Fahrenheit to 99.6 degrees Fahrenheit. If you have a temperature above 100 degrees Fahrenheit for longer than 24 hours, or a fever in excess of 101.5 degrees Fahrenheit, call your doctor or visit your local emergency room immediately.

• 2

  Take 800 milligrams of ibuprofen every six hours to help alleviate swelling and pain in your tonsils. This will also help keep your body temperature down to a normal level. Do not exceed 3,200 milligrams of ibuprofen in a 24-hour period.

• 3

  Take 1,000 milligrams of vitamin C two times per day. Vitamin C can increase the body's natural immune system to fight off bacterial and viral infections.

• 4

  Take a tablespoon of honey every hour. Honey contains natural antibiotics which will help your body fight off infections. Honey is also very soothing to the throat and will ease the pain in your tonsils.

• 5

  Mix two tablespoons of salt with four ounces of water. Gargle the saltwater solution making sure to get the back of your throat where your tonsils are located. The salt will help kill any infection in your tonsils and will relieve any pain that you may be experiencing.

• 6

  Eat three bowls of chicken soup each day. Chicken soup has been studied and found to have natural antibiotic and anti-viral properties.