Sore throat

The changes season, it’s hindered when sore throat appears. What is needed right now for yourself? When to see a doctor?

Some remedies to relieve symptoms of a sore throat:

1. Ginger and honey: slicing ginger with honey, crushing ginger, then taking a teaspoon of honey mixed with ginger. Then slowly swallow, your throat will definitely calm down. Ginger has antibacterial, antiseptic, expectorant effects, cough suppressing, and mucus restriction.

2. - Kumquat and honey mixture: If there are symptoms such as sore throat, runny nose, flu. Mix the kumquat with honey and steam in a hot rice cooker for 15 minutes. Take the mixture 3-4 times/day, you will see a noticeable effect on a sore throat.

3. Garlic & honey steamed: Garlic steamed with honey is a simple and effective cough remedy. Crush 4 - 5 garlic cloves, mix the honey, bring it in a water bath until you smell the pungent smell (don't need to be too gritty). Cool, drink 2-3 times/day, each time 1-2 teaspoons. Honey steamed with garlic increases the natural antibiotic properties, reduces sore throat, increases resistance, and cures cough.

4. Tea and honey: This is one of the effective ways to treat coughs and sore throats. Use 1 cup of tea, add a teaspoon of honey, then squeeze in half a lemon.

5. Salt-mixed lemon slices: You can slice the lemon into small slices, then mix it with salt and suck.  Can apply 5 times per day.

6. Gargle with warm salt water: Sore throat is mainly caused by bacteria, so the cleaning of the oral cavity and throat plays an important role in treating sore throat. For a long time, our folk has used warm salt water to treat sore throats because saltwater has high antiseptic properties. After rinsing the mouth cavity you should tilt back to bring the saltwater down the throat. You can rinse 3-5 times a day.

When to see a doctor:

_ When sore throat symptoms persist for many days

_ White or yellow sputum appearance ...

_ Fever

_ Hoarseness

_ Chest pain, difficulty breathing

When we have a sore throat, we must take antibiotics. Psychologically, most of us always want to be quick and efficient. Therefore, often we are very fond of short-term medication. This affects health and causes long-term drug tolerance. So, the best way to protect the body, from the disease by preventive measures:

1. Clean the house regularly

2. Oral hygiene: change the brush every month. At the same time clean them with saltwater to avoid bacteria sticking on

3. Eliminate stress: Do not be surprised to learn that stress is one of the leading culprits weakening the immune system. So, one of the ways to effectively prevent sore throats is to avoid stress.

4. Get enough sleep: Due to the discomfort and pain of infections, you may find it difficult to fall asleep. But try to get enough sleep because sleep helps your body recover and maintain a good immune system.

5. Keep warm: Keep your body warm, especially in the neck area to avoid cold infections. Wear thick clothing, mask and always wear a scarf in cold air. Especially when traveling in places like Da Lat, Sa Pa you should pay attention not to go outdoor when the temperature dropping too low.

6. Rinse your mouth regularly: Don't neglect this as it will help prevent nasty sore throat effectively. This good habit helps to disinfect the throat and mouth. Gargle at least 2 to 3 times a day every morning, noon, and night (after brushing) to help minimize irritation caused by inflammation. If you have a sore throat, stick to this method to improve your condition for up to a week.

7. Stop smoking (if applicable): Quitting smoking will help reduce irritation of your throat and increase resistance

8. Do not use too much salt in the diet or use too many fried, baked, spicy, fatty foods. Eat more boiled, steamed, and green vegetables, and fresh fruits which full of vitamins instead of drinking cold water, carbonated water.

Hope this sharing helps you stay healthy, full of vitality, and energy in life!