What to do if you have a sore throat

When autumn and winter come, because the climate is changeable at this time, people's skin is more prone to allergies, colds or sore throats. When the weather turns cooler, people like to eat more spicy foods. For example, spicy hot pot can also cause sore throat. But what to do if you have a sore throat? Let’s take a look at the relevant solutions together.

In addition, regarding the causes of sore throat, we must understand that in our daily lives, overuse of the vocal cords can also cause sore throat. What should we do for a sore throat? For sore throats caused by different reasons, you can drink appropriate teas, which can relieve the pain in our body.

Ophiopogon japonicus and white fungus tea. Symptoms: Addiction to smoking, drinking or spicy food can irritate the throat mucosa, causing damage to the mucosa and pain. Ingredients: 10g each of Ophiopogon japonicus and Scrophularia ningpoensis, 5g of White Fungus. Efficacy: Nourishes yin and reduces heat; White fungus is rich in plant gum, which can moisturize damaged mucosa. Method: Add the ingredients to 600 ml of boiling water, simmer for 10 minutes and then drink. Note: Ophiopogon japonicus and Scrophularia ningpoensis are cool herbs that have the effect of softening the stool. They are not suitable for people with poor gastrointestinal function or diarrhea symptoms.

Symptoms: Overuse of the vocal cords, such as talking for too long or yelling, can easily cause throat inflammation, edema and pain. Ingredients: 6 grams of Sterculia lychnophora, 2 to 3 slices of licorice. Efficacy: Plantago ovata can soothe the throat and has anti-inflammatory and swelling effects; licorice can clear away heat, detoxify, and relieve pain. Method: Add the ingredients to 600 ml of boiling water and simmer for 10 minutes before drinking. Note: Plantago ovata has a laxative effect and should not be consumed by people with diarrhea symptoms.

What to do for a sore throat? Some of the teas introduced above can be consumed in 600 ml portions, and you can drink two or three cups a day. The medicinal materials in tea can all play the role of clearing away heat and lubricating. However, we must understand that friends with cold hands and feet and poor stomachs are not suitable to drink it at this time.