http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/sore_throat16.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/sore_throat16.rss Sore Throat Cures from the Earth Clinic Community of Healers and Readers. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 06:13:10 EDT en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=SALTWATERGARGLE_39907 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss1 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:18:27 EST [YEA] Chuck from Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada writes: "Simple: im going to Europe for 10 days tomorrow and i came home today with a sore throat, major bummer. Anyways, i typed in "sore throat remedies" and was brought to the attention of this site. I scrolled down to the salt and water one, and am now on the road to recovery. All it took was 2 cups of water and 3 tspns. of salt. PRAISE SALT!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=HT_39765 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss2 Sat, 06 Mar 2010 17:09:39 EST [YEA] Yourvette from Muskegon, Mi writes: "For a sore throat use hyssop tea (prepare according to directions) and honey to sweeten as often as needed." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=HYDROGENPEROXIDE_39478 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss3 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 13:26:48 EST Praky from Chag, Trinidad writes: "Hi there....was coming down with the sore throat and decided to mix 6% Hydrogen Peroxide (H2O2) with regular water at a ratio of about 2:10 respectively (2 parts 6% Hydrogen Peroxide, with 10 parts water). Then gargled with the solution about 4 times (each time a clean solution) then spit it out after each 1 minute gargle. The sore throat was nearly gone by the evening of the same day, as the H2O2 gargle was done earlier. TIP: Try to gargle in such a way that the H2O2/water solution gets deep inside the throat. But Do NOT Swallow solution. TIP: Gargle with the H2O2/water solution directly after it is mixed, as the H2O2 deteriorates/decomposes quickly when left in the open, which could reduce the effectiveness of the process There was some Very slight discomfort from the Little bubbly feeling of the H2O2....but the gargle is still worth it Thanks EC, and hope this helps, bye" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=ACVC_38337 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss4 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:43:33 EST [YEA] Ms. Kaye from Indianapolis, Indiana writes: "Concoction of apple cider vinegar, cayenne pepper, dash of salt, honey, lemon, organic throat coat tea bag, and honey and lemon tea bag helped my sore throat. Taking Acv straight works, but if u can't stand the taste try this: ACV: 2-3tbsp; sprinkle of cayenne pepper; a dash of sea salt or reg.salt; 2tsp honey; slice of lemon;(cut in half and sqeeze juice in tea, remove pulp & place in cup) the other half garnish cup, eat after tea is gone; steep organic throat coat for 3-5 mins. & take out. Steep and leave the black tea & honey teabag in glass. SIP, gargle, & swallow. Taste is ok. May not be the best but u should feel better. Repeat as neccessary. I decided to combine all the remedies into a nice herbal tea. U can add brandy to this. You will sleep well and you will be able to swallow. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=ACIDOPHILUS_38349 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss5 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:33:40 EST [YEA] Dj from Pdx, Or, Usa writes: "My friend had a really bad sore throat the other day to the point of not being able to swallow. she tried everything and nothing was working. Then she remembered a remedy she tried a couple years back that really work. Her remedy was acidophilus. She popped open a capsule and poored it down her throat. She did it around 5 times that day and by the end of the day her sore throat was just about gone. The only thing to be careful of is not to inhale while pouring the powder on the back of the throat." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=GINGER-GARLIC-ONION_38378 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss6 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:45:52 EST [YEA] Maggie from Springfield, Il writes: "ginger/garlic/onion cure When I feel a sore throat coming on I make a tea by chopping fresh onion, fresh garlic, and fresh ginger root. Let it steep for at least 10 minutes, and strain into a mug. Add a spoonful of raw honey, a splash of lemon juice and a liberal sprinkling of cinnamon. I keep extra in the fridge in a mason jar and use it for a couple of days till all symptoms are gone. I started this summer with it and haven't had a cold yet. First time in 20 years! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=HYDROGENPEROXIDE_38181 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss7 Sat, 30 Jan 2010 18:15:51 EST [YEA] Chrissy from Akron, Ohio writes: "I have had a sore throat for a week now. I put the 3% Hydrogen Peroxide (no mix)onto some Qtips and then rubbed it onto my tonsils. It completely got rid of the white pus sacs on my tonsils and was foaming. The Qtips actually had pus all over them..Kinda gross but it worked!! I IMMEDIATELY felt better and am able to swallow now without pain..What a miracle that stuff is! I would rate the pain before using the peroxide, a 10, after using it a 1. Slight discomfort but not really noticeable. I also did it until I saw no more pus on my tonsil or on the qtips. Use a clean qtip each time. Also, this can cause you to gag..so be careful with that. Thanks so much for this website!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=ACVC_37657 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss8 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:34:47 EST [YEA] C.summers from Fort Worth, Tx Usa writes: "I'm 33 yrs old, have had a bad sore throat for 4 days & it's FINALLY going away thanks to this website!!! I read everyones posts & suggestions & tweaked your ideas to make up my own. Here's what I did: 1) Went & got fresh ginger (which I peeled), carrots, apple, lemon (use whatever qty you like) - juiced & drank 2) made a concoction of 1 tsp. cayenne pepper, 1 tblsp. apple cider vinegar, 1 tblsp. honey, 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice - add hot water & a splash of cold water --- gargle as many times as you wish & then continue gargling as you feel like it 3) OPTIONAL - same concoction as #2 MINUS the cayenne pepper - drink it down I'm telling you - it works! Yesterday I thought I was dying & today I'm almost 100% back to me. WOO HOO!!! Good luck!!!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=ACV_37260 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss9 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 18:12:15 EST [YEA] West from Dunn, Nc writes: "When ever I start feeling a sore throat coming on I take a teaspoon of ACV and again in about 30 minutes. Soon after my symtoms are gone. Also if you mix a teaspoon of ACV with a teaspoon of honey in a cup of tea, heat and drink, it will not only give you more energy but also help your sore throat feel much better." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=GLT_36108 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss10 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:09:11 EST [YEA] Praky from St. John, Barbados writes: "Personal Recipe: 1) 1-1/2 tablespoon (heaped) of freshly grated ginger (main ingredient) 2) 1 tablespoon (crude/pure) lime (or lemon) juice 3) 1 teaspoon honey 4) 2 cups boiling water Method: 1) Put 2 cups of clean water to boil 2) Peel/scrape ginger skin off, then finely grate ginger pieces until you get one-and-a-half tablespoonfuls 3) Squeeze the lime or lemon until you get 1 tablespoonful and put aside 4) Then place the grated ginger in a heat-proof cup and pour boiling water over it. Add lime juice and honey. Combine by pouring this mixture from one cup into another, over and over, until mixture gets ginger-coloured (Steeping). 5) Sip on/drink this hot mixture as much as you could safely bear, WITH the grated ginger pulp. Tip: Let grated ginger settle a bit in throat area while drinking Notes: 1)Check to see if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed before atempting 2) Fresh ginger and lime are useful because the beneficial Enzymes are said to be more abundant than powder forms 3) Use this tea/mixture at least twice daily (morning/evening) for 3 days and you will notice the difference before the 3 days ..got this from a website who's owner went to India and was told of this tea there, after having horible sore throat. Take care" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=ACV_35467 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss11 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 22:47:35 EST [YEA] Kyrt from Los Angeles, Ca writes: "ACV is awesome. im on day two of a sore throat. My voice sounded like a cartoon character. Found this site, hit the ACV, and no joke, it's only been 10 minutes, but, my voice is back to normal. Guess what i'm drinking all nite :)" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=ACVHP_35475 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss12 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:01:15 EST [YEA] Joe from Toledo, Oh writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar, Hydrogen Peroxide cure for Sore Throat The last two times I woke up and had a sore throat coming on strong, I used the following method to relieve it overnight. Do this once in the morning, once in the mid-day, and once before bead. And repeat the following day after throat is feeling better. 1. Use Hydrogen Peroxide 3% (any generic brand) as a gargle, make use to gargle enough to get both sides of the tonsils! You can dillute with equal parts water, just make sure to gargle about a half cup if you do (ex: gargle a little, spit, and repeat until gone) 2. Use Hydrogen Peroxide 3% to clean/disinfect ears. (I read somewhere that most viral/bacterial illnesses start in the ears and that if not treated there will persist for days) Clean ears out as good as possible with cotton swab/q-tip. Take a dropper or use the cap and put a good splash (3 drops or so)of Hydrogen Peroxide in each ear, tilting your head and letting it fizz in your ear for about 2 or 3 minutes (on each side). I read that you should not do this if you have tubes in your ear! You can also use a cotton swab/q-tip soaked in peroxide to clean ears if uncomfortable with the first method (which is preferred). At this point I like to repeat the gargle just to make sure I got it all. Lastly, Take 2-3 TBL ACV (preferrably organic but it doesn't matter) and 1 TBL Honey (preferrably raw and unfiltered but it doesn't matter) and add to about 1/4 to 1/3rd cup of water (preferrably warm). Take a few big gulps, and some little ones and get it on tonsils. With last swallow gargle it before swallowing. This covers and eliminates the infection in the throat, the mouth, and the ears. I have tested this method twice with success. It is rather inexpensive and works great! And it takes about 5 to 10 minutes 3 times a day. The only nagging problem is the congestion which I just use some vapor rub on my chest, throat, and under my nose to get some relief." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=GTLA_35375 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss13 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:59:45 EST [YEA] Jennifer from Fontana, Ca writes: "tea remedy for sore throat My husband did this for me and I was amazed. I have had a sore throat for 3 days. He took a green tea bag, water, a half lemon, 1-2 tbs honey(taste) and 2 aspirin and put in in the microwave for 2 min... when it cooled enough i drank it and Im telling you my sore throat was gone within 20 min.. this is not a cure it will come back but do it every 6-8 hours or so and you will be able to swallow food! its thanksgiving and i spent it bed but at least i was able to eat what they brought home! This also works for cough and fever!! GOOD LUCK! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=BLUEBERRIES_35264 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss14 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:20:17 EST [YEA] Maribel from El Paso, Tx writes: "****** BLUBERRIES SOOTH A SORE THROAT ON CONTACT****** This was purely trial and error. I woke up with a terribly sore and scratchy throat yesterday morning. I'd already read about the benefits of gargling with ACV and warm water and honey... I had also seen other approaches at combatting a sore throat... But none seemed to offer a temporary natural pain relief -- and Voila! I stumbled upon this one purely by surprise. I was too tired to go to the supermarket to buy cough drops or whatever, so I looked to my freezer and fridge and pantry for any source of antioxidants i could consume to get rid of this cold altogether. I found a bag of frozen blueberries that i had their to make smoothies. Well, I allowed these blueberries to thaw from their frozen state. Then as i was watching t.v. I was just scooping these berries (now at room temperature in my mouth) hey, good source of vitamin C and antioxidants, right? WELL ... to my surprise not even 10 minutes later my sore throat was GONE. I KID YOU NOT! GONE GONE GONE. I finally decided to do an internet search under blueberries and sore throats, and apparently they have proven to soothe sore throats (who woulda thought??) Take it from me, it worked even much faster than an Ibuprofen, or an analgasec would. Hooray for Blueberries!!! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=ACV_35149 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss15 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:49:37 EST Ruth from Butler, Nj writes: "I first tried Apple Cider Vinegar for a sore throat. I found the warm drink quite soothing and actually enjoy it in place of tea sometimes. I'm wondering if by adding hot water to the vinegar I am in some way diluting the effectiveness of ACV." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=ACV_34848 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss16 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:46:19 EST [YEA] Feeling Better Already from Northland, New Zealand writes: "I have to say that ACV diluted with warm water worked for me. The usual story, woke with an awful sore throat & couldn't swallow without feeling like I had sandpaper at the back of my throat. I remembered someone else mentioning ages ago that ACV helps. I hunted out a bottle that's probably been in the pantry since the beginning of time and I tried it. And you know what...? It works! First dose I knocked back 'straight'! (ugh..!) Wow - needed a warm water chaser then. Am now sipping it with diluted warm water & will continue throughout the day. Sore throat has not completely gone as yet, but definitely feeling so much better. I can actually swallow without cringing. It almost seems to have an anaesthetic effect too. I smell like a pickled onion, but more importantly, I can breathe & swallow & actually function almost normally. Great stuff I say! No more pharmacies & docs for me when I get a sore throat. Cheers! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=WHITEVINEGAR_34353 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss17 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 21:33:42 EST [YEA] Kiwi6262 from Cullman, Al writes: "My 5 year old had such a bad sore throat that he was nearly in tears for several hours, so I was desperate. After reading the suggestions and things that have worked for other people, I decided to try out the apple cider vinegar, honey, lemon in warm water. Only problem was, I only had artificial lemon juice, white vinegar, and yellow syrup, but like I said, I was desperate! So! I warmed some water, put in a TBS of artificial lemon juice, a TBS of white vinegar, and 2 TBS of yellow syrup and tasted it to make sure it wasn't horrible (my son is 5 after all, and reasoning with him to drink something awful just because it will make him feel better isn't really an option!) and it tasted fine. I gave it to him and before he had half the cup drank he gave it back to me and said "Good job Mommy! It worked! I'm all better now!" I'd say that's the best testamonial you could get!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=OREGANOOIL_32518 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss18 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:45:59 EDT [YEA] Dimetri from Toronto, Ontario, Canada writes: "For a sore throat I have found that Oil of Oregano works like a miracle cure. Apply one to three drops on the tongue, close your mouth and allow your saliva to wash it back towards your throat. You will feel a choking/burning sensation for about 10 to 20 seconds which will soon subside. Repeat as needed throughout the day. Usually by the second or third day, my symptoms have gone. During this time, stay away from processed foods and especially white sugar & sugar filled foods. Those little bacteria and viruses love that stuff. And remember to keep yourself hydrated - lots of water, not soda, not beer, not alcohol, not flavoured water, not crystal light, just H2O. Usually about 2 to 3 litres depending on your weight." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=HOTTEA_31866 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss19 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:10:43 EDT [YEA] Mountaingirl from Asheville, Nc, United States writes: "Hot Tea for sore throat 1/2 large lemon dash powdered cayenne dash powdered ginger 1 tsp. manuka honey 2 cups before bed took away my sore throat completely. I've tried this in the past but never with so much lemon. I enjoy sour and this was almost too much for me but did the trick amazingly well. I knew it was working from the pleasant burn during and after drinking it." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=BSN_30705 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss20 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:16:19 EDT [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Linda from Lincoln City, Oregon writes: "I have been dealing with candida mostly in my digestive track for 9-10 years now.In November of 2008 I had to take an antibotic for a surgery procedure at the time which I had an allergec reaction to.Well ever sense then I have had on and off a presistant extremely sore throat. I follow a fairly strict candiad diet outlined in Dr Crooks book. I had a white pustule in the upper left side of the throat.I knew it was due to the fungi in my system so I began a more aggressive program to treet it.I purchased Candida ___ from ___ ____.After taking this for 4-5 days I woke up with a crick in the upper right side of my neck (extremely painful) After a week and still taking it I became much worse (I had to sleep in my husbands recliner for probably 1 1/2 months)I went to see my ND Susan ___ who after looking me over said that the pain center manifesting in my upper right shoulder/neck was my gall bladder maridean. Susan asked what I had been taking lately. I happened to have some Candida ___ with me, she went over the ingredents and with some testing discovered I'd had an allergic reaction to the oregano in the Candida ___. Needless to say I quit taking that but it took about another month before my system completly cleared and I could sleep in bed again.Ykes!! What do I do now? Finally able to get back on the computer I have sense started taking, Caprylic acid, Olive Leaf extract and Trifala all 3 times a day with other supplements.Took these for 2 months still not much relief. Went on the cave man diet (which constipated me but helped some)At the same time though I was using 1/2 tsp sodium bicarbonate in 1/2 glass water 3 times a day. The sore throat left WOOHOO. I stopped the soda and the sore throat came back in 3 days with a vengence in spite of taking the my supplements. I made up a Turmeric paste used it like a losenge (some relief). Back to the computer I came across Dr.Simonsini (cancer is a fungus) again. In one of his statements he said he administered sodium bicarbonate by injeation or aresol. HUMMM I have a nebulizer so this is what I did. Mixed 1/4 cup boiled then cooled water to 1 tsp.sodium bicarbonate mix well.I filled up my nebulizer cup with the mixture, turned it on, started breathing the mixture and simply could hardly believe the YUCK THAT CAME OUT OF ME. I usually use collodial silver in the nebulizer but I tell ya the soda mixture worked 100 times better than silver did!!! The first go round I filled the nebulizer cup up twice and just kept getting rid of YUCK. I did this twice yesterday and two times today and doing much better. (I had no idea I had so much infection) I thought it was just a sore throat. I will only use it again tommorrow if the throat flares up. I am also drinking 1/2 tsp soda with some lime now that I found this wonderful site.THIS WAS THE MOST INCREDABLE EXPECTORANT I HAVE EVER USED!!!!!!!! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=ACV_30536 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss21 Thu, 06 Aug 2009 10:16:19 EDT [YEA] Pmstar from San Diego, Ca writes: "When a sore throat is coming on take a few zinc tablets right away then I agree on the ACV mixed with honey. It works on contact. If you're at work or out, almost any full service restaurant can provide it for you so the sore throat doesn't take a solid hold before you get home. Apple Cider Vinegar can be difficult to stomach when you are ill so add some ginger to help your stomach accept it. When I'm well, I drink a shot of ACV straight each day and I eat blueberries to quickly remove the taste from my mouth. Its a morning ritual." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=ACV_30492 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss22 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 11:18:55 EDT Bee from Edmonton, Ab, Canada writes: "I used to use raw organice apple cider for gargling when I had a sore throat. now I cannot find the recipe that I used to use. Any help would be appreciated." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=HOTSAUCE_30273 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss23 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 10:59:30 EDT [YEA] Ashley from Jacksonville, Fl writes: "Have had the worse throat infection, woke up crying it hurt so bad. I just finished off a bowl of noodle soup. I took about two cups of the soup and added knockoff tabasco sauce (_________) about 7-8 drops and my throat feels a lot better! Going to try gargling with it next!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=HANDTHERAPY_30103 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss24 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:30:32 EDT [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Terry from San Francisco, CA writes: "I tried the Hand therapy and had done for about five minutes. The pain hasn't fully gone away, but the pain has swelled down significantly." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/sore_throat.html&name=TURMERIC_30056 /CURES/sore_throat16.rss25 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 04:59:54 EDT [YEA] Grayson from Orlando, Fl writes: "SORE THROAT RELIEF: Having recently stopped a respiratory infection in it's tracks by spraying a solution of 3% Hydrogen Peroxide directly into the throat using a saline nasal spray bottle that I emptied of nasal spray and filled with H202, I found that the virus has left my throat raw, sore and irritated and I was coughing up copious amounts of greenish phlegm. To alleviate the soreness, I put approximately 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric in my mouth and held it there until it was thoroughly mixed with saliva then slowly swallowed the mixture aided with a little liquid of choice such as water or coffee,etc..A very similar technique to oil pulling except there was only turmeric and saliva-no oil was used.WHAT A RELIEF!!!The turmeric will slightly numb the tongue but this passes quickly. I do not spray the H202 into the nose as it tends to decrease my sense of taste."