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Expert-approved 5 home remedies for sore throat

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Seasonal changes often bring with them a wave of illnesses, and sore throat is one of the most common complaints. The shift in temperature and the presence of airborne bacteria can trigger throat irritation, fever, and general discomfort. In a recent Instagram video, health and beauty expert Dimple Jangda addressed this concern, sharing easy and effective home remedies that can help soothe a sore throat naturally.

What does Ayurveda say?
According to her post, as per Ayurveda, this usually happens when the delicate balance of Kapha and Vata doshas gets disturbed, causing mucus buildup, dryness, and inflammation. One might notice pain, pain, irritation, swelling, or even trouble swallowing. Often, things like cold weather, infections, or a dip in immunity can make it worse.

As per her post, it usually happens due to inflammation of pharynx. It could be due to cold, cough, or some kind of bacterial infection. Suggesting simple and effective home remedies, she mentioned 5 ways one can feel relief from the sore throat pain during the changing weather.

Gargle with warm water, turmeric, and salt
As per her video, gargling with this concoction helps reduce inflammation in the throat region and get rid of bacterial growth.

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Gargle with fenugreek tea
She also suggests gargling with fenugreek tea. Just boil some fenugreek seeds in water and then rinse your throat. It helps kill the bacteria. As per a study by the Journal of the Saudi Society of Agricultural Sciences, fenugreek maintains mucus conditions of the body, mostly the lungs, by helping to clear congestion. It also acts as a throat cleanser and mucus solvent that also eases the urge to cough.

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Juice fast
Dimple recommends going on juice fast. All you need to do is squeeze fresh orange juice, dilute it with warm water, and add a pinch of black pepper. This will heal your sore throat and then one can slowly start consuming papaya and pineapples. Later, one can start having lots of leafy vegetables as part of the diet, mostly in the form of soup.

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Betel leaf
According to Dimple, this is a traditional Indian remedy that involves gently heating the leaf over a high flame and applying it to the affected area. This method is believed to help reduce inflammation in the throat region. A study published in the International Journal of Health Sciences and Research highlights that betel leaf possesses a wide range of therapeutic properties, including antifungal, antiseptic, antimicrobial, anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, anti-allergic, antifertility, anti-filarial, wound healing, and anti-dermatophytic effects.

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Cinnamon tea or Mango bark tea
She also suggests sipping cinnamon or mango bark tea, both of which are said to help reduce sore throat. As per a study by the National Library of Medicine, cinnamon is known to have antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and other therapeutic properties, which help relieve the pain.
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