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(27 Feb 2008)
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Herbal Home Remedies for Soar Throat or Swollen Glands
There are many herbal remedies for sore throat that can help to relive pain and inflammation caused due to soar throat. Following are some of the most popular herbs recommended for effective treatment.
Slippery Elm
Slippery elm is believed to be the most useful cure for soar throat.
The inner bark of this tree contains a gel like substance known as mucilage. This gel like substance is vital for clearing throat, reducing irritation and soothing soar throat. Slipper elm is the key ingredient in all lozenges found in drug stores or health food stores or in the drug stores.
Pregnant women and lactating mothers should avoid using this herb.
Licorice
Licorice can be used in the form of tea for soothing soar throat. Excessive use of this herb is believed to cause side effects such as high blood pressure, headache and swelling. Excessive intake without any medical advice may also result in heart failure and muscle disorder.
Marshmallow
Marshmallow also contains a gel like substance, mucilage which is used for soothing soar throat. The root of this herb is the most beneficial part and is often used in the form of tea. Drinking three to four cups of marshmallow tea per day helps in reliving pain and reducing swelling caused due to swollen glands.
Honeysuckle Flower
Honeysuckle flower is a sweet smelling herb that is used in the form of tea to soothe soar throat and relieve pain. The tea is prepared by adding one cup of honeysuckle flowers to a glass of boiling water and then steeping for 10 minutes. Strain the mixture and relish the sweet smelling tea.
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