THE sore throat is a symptom rather than a disease in itself. Sore throat is one of the most common reasons for medical consultations. In 80% to 90% of cases, a sore throat is caused by a virus. More rarely, in 10% to 15% of cases, it is the result of a bacterial infection.

Most sore throats, although uncomfortable, improve on their own within 5 to 7 days. If the problem persists, consult a health professional.

Advice:

• Any sweet candy with honey can help salivation. There is no need to use medicated candies.
• You can also gargle with warm salt water (but not with aspirin, which can increase throat irritation).
• Increase humidity in the house.
• A little lemon juice potion is always a good idea.
• Sleep with a woolen stocking or other woolen material wrapped around your heart.
• In either case, it will be beneficial to drink plenty of water. Water actually helps to make secretions more liquid and facilitates their elimination; it also moistens the throat.
• Also drink hot liquids (broth, honey, lemon) and take mint lozenges to reduce local irritation.
• Keep warm.
• NO SMOKING.
• Medication at this stage is not recommended.

Recommendations:

• Take a supplement containing magnesium, such asOrthoMag+.
• Vitamin C is highly recommended.
• Gargle this with essential oils. Here is a recipe that has proven itself:
  • 12 ml of vegetable oil
  • 1 ml of Lemon
  • 1 ml ofEucalyptus
  • and 1 ml of Red Thyme

And voila!