what herbs fight a sore throat
Drink Licorice Root Tea. By drinking licorice root tea you can naturally get some relief for your sore throat. The anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties of licorice root help reduce swelling and irritation, and soothe the mucus membranes in your throat. You can buy tea with licorice in it, or brew up your own.
Salt water. Gargling with warm salt water can help soothe a sore throat and break down secretions. Itâs also known to help kill bacteria in the throat. Make a salt water solution with 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a full glass of warm water. Gargle it to help reduce swelling and keep the throat clean.
2. Make And Enjoy A Hot Toddy (or have someone make it for you.) Typically a Hot Toddy helps a sore throat -particularly one accompanied by a cold- for 2 reasons. The honey and lemon soothes your throat, while the alcohol helps you sleep.