Sore throats in themselves are not typically dangerous and so going off to the Dr. for a remedy might not be of value or a great use of resources.  Not surprising then that sore throat home remedies are generally used and are really effective.

Firstly though, it’s often worthwhile looking at what is going on when a sore throat develops.  There are commonly two primary reasons for sore throats: colds and flus being one and the other being strep throat.  There are an assortment of other reasons for sore throats, but the most common are the two listed.

Many sore throat home remedies are based around keeping the body well hydrated by either drinking home-brewed herbal teas and infusions or merely drinking plenty of water and natural juices.  Not alone are all of these readily available but the drinking of liquids, especially warm liquids, also helps to sooth the throat and keep the throat well lubricated.

A raspberry leaf tea is especially versatile because not only can it be boiled and strained and drunk, but it could as well be used as a gargle wash for the sore throat.  Other teas that help to sooth a sore throat are chamomile, thyme and sage and even a garlic infusion sweetened with a bit of honey has proved a good way to help those who have a sore throat.

However, a classic amongst the sore throat home remedies has to be the steaming formula.  Used throughout generations, this method involves filling a bowl with hot water, adding a couple of drops of a decongestant such as eucalyptus oils and then placing a towel over the head and inhaling the infusion.  This helps by opening up the nasal passages and loosens any infection that might be affecting the throat.

Lemon and honey are also one of the great sore throat home remedies.  The two ingredients together can act as a tea to stop dryness in the throat and they also work well together to sooth a scratchy and inflamed throat.

One sore throat home remedies for those with a sweet tooth that’s going to be good news, is the eating of hard candy.  The sugar in the candy is a good source of keeping the throat soothed added to that, the action of sucking on hard candy means the mouth is producing saliva which will naturally stop the dryness that’s frequently associated with sore throats.

Above all though, home remedies for a sore throat should begin with a gargle, the drinking of plenty of liquids, particularly warm liquids and the taking of plenty of rest and relaxation.