Sore Throat Herbal Remedies

Sore throats are one of the most common problems in America and mostly everyone suffers from it some day or the other. Cold and influenza is considered to be one reason of sore throat. However, there can be various other reasons also for sore throat. Before seeing a doctor you can cure sore throat problem through herbal remedies. Mentioned below are some sore throat herbal remedies.

Slippery elm is an effective herb which millions of Americans have used to get relief from sore throat. Its inner bark is used because it contains mucilage which reduces irritation and soothes the sore throat if you mix mucilage in water and use it. You can also make its tea and drink it twice, thrice or more times a day. Its tea will coat your throat and give you relief from soreness and coughs. It is also used in some lozenges.

Licorice is another herb which is very beneficial for curing sore throat. You can either suck Licorice candy or drink tea of its root. It is very effective in clearing mucus and cough blocking your throat. However, it should not be taken by patients and pregnant women.

Marshmallow root bark is also very effective herb to cure sore throat. This herb is found especially in North America and Europe and is widely used as sore throat solution. It also contains mucilage (which is present in slippery elm) therefore it too soothes your sore throat like slippery elm. You can use it by making its tea. If you are diabetic or pregnant women, don’t consume it.

Honeysuckle is another effective herb to treat sore throats and cough. However its flower is used to prepare tea instead of its leaves or its roots. Chamomile herbal tea is also effective in clearing your throat.

The herb Echinacea also works wonderfully to cure sore throat because of its antibacterial and antiviral properties. Bishop’s weed is recommended for the treatment of sore throat. The herb belleric myroblan is also used as a remedy to control sore throat.

There are many herbs which are used to gargle. The herb kantakari is used as a gargle to cure sore throat. Similarly Aloe Vera juice is used as gargle to soothe your throat.