Sore Throat? Try These 9 Effective Remedies

5. Gargle with Salt Water

Dissolve one teaspoon of salt in a large glass of boiling water. Allow it to cool, then gargle. Salt has anti-inflammatory properties.

6. Suck on Hard Candy

Sucking on hard candy or licorice stimulates saliva production, which soothes the throat. Cough drops are also widely available and offer similar benefits. Some even contain mild pain relievers.

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