[header] How to get rid of a sore throat [title] Gargle with warm salt water. [step] This is one of the oldest remedies for a sore throat, and it works like a charm. When your throat is sore, the mucous membranes are swollen and inflamed, causing the feeling of pain and scratchiness.
[header] How to get rid of a sore throat [title] Gargle with warm salt water. [step] This is one of the oldest remedies for a sore throat, and it works like a charm. When your throat is sore, the mucous membranes are swollen and inflamed, causing the feeling of pain and scratchiness.
Salt draws water from the mucous membrane cells, reducing swelling and helping your throat feel better. Make a saltwater rinse by mixing 1/2 teaspoon table salt with 1 cup of warm water. Dissolve one teaspoon of salt in warm water, gargle, then swish the water back and forth for 3 to 4 minutes. [substeps] You can also use sodium bicarbonate tablets, which can eliminate colds or relieve pain. To gargle with salt water : [substeps] Gently swish the salt water in your mouth. When the air is warm, this should ease pressure on the sore throat. Gargling with a combination of warm salt water and water is an effective way to remedy this. [substeps] If you don't like swishing salt water, try a combo of either plain water or salt water instead.