Reviewed by: Dr Rajeev Singh
Disclaimer: Informative, not prescriptive.
Holy Basil or Tulsi leaves are known for numerous health benefits. Boil few tulsi leaves in water, strain and drink the warm tea for a soothing relief.
Honey has natural antibacterial and wound-healing properties. It can ease pain and inflammation linked with the strep throat.
Ginger, with its beneficial compounds like zingerone, paradols, shogaols, and gingerols, offers relief for sore throats due to its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
Gargling with salt water can help reduce the discomfort during throat infection.
Herbal teas like green tea, clove, chamomile, raspberry, and peppermint are rich in antibacterial and antioxidant properties come from polyphenols, known to ease discomfort in the throat.
Red root with its antibacterial properties helps soothes throat irritation, effective for swollen glands and throat inflammation.
Strep Throat infection should be treated by a doctor, home remedies can help in addition to prescribed treatment. Do not self medicate.
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