Throat Health - Dherbs - The Best All Natural Herbal Remedies & Products https://www.dherbs.com/tag/throat-health/ Buy the best herbal supplements, natural remedies, and herbal remedies from Dherbs. We're the #1 alternative medicine store online. ✓ Visit and shop now! Wed, 18 Dec 2024 08:26:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 The Best Teas To Help Soothe A Sore Throat https://www.dherbs.com/articles/the-best-teas-to-help-soothe-a-sore-throat/ Fri, 29 Apr 2022 09:08:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=139440

Got a scratchy or sore throat? Learn about the best teas that can help soothe irritation. Slippery elm, peppermint, ginger, and more!

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It may not be cold and flu season, but it’s always beneficial to know how to get rid of a sore throat. Springtime is a popular time of year to experience allergies or general infections, and there’s nothing fun about either scenario. Both tend to result in that scratchy discomfort that you know will lead to unpleasant, sickly feelings. 

Although you may not be able to cure your sore throat overnight, drinking certain herbal teas can accelerate your recovery. Licorice root, slippery elm, peppermint, and more teas may reduce throat swelling and mucus production. Warm teas like these help the throat open and relax, opening the door for healing to begin. While iced beverages may seem better and more refreshing, hot liquids are best for soothing a sore throat. Several studies found that iced beverages can cause throat spasms, which cause more irritation. 

There are many warm brews that will support and soothe a sore throat. We don’t have all of them detailed in this article, but we tried to round up the best ones. Keep reading to learn which teas are most effective at soothing a sore throat. 

Ginger Tea

Ginger root is a powerful anti-inflammatory herb that can help soothe indigestion and sore throat. The gingerols and shogoals in ginger exhibit pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties, which work to reduce irritation. Several scientific studies say that ginger may exhibit antimicrobial properties that fight viral infections that cause sore throats. Many of the studies on ginger, though, use ginger extract, which may have a higher dose of antiviral properties than regular ginger tea. More research is necessary to determine if ginger tea has the same effects. 

Licorice Root Tea

There is some research indicating licorice root’s ability to eliminate phlegm and mucus. It may also act as a coating agent, helping to soothe a sore throat. Researchers identified three important substances in licorice root that may relieve sore throat pain: liquilitin, liquiritigenin, and glycyrrhizin. Both liquilitin and liquiritigenin are expectorants, which work to loosen mucus so you can cough it up more easily. Glycyrrhizin acts as a demulcent, which provides the protective coating over the throat, preventing irritation when you swallow. 

Peppermint Tea

Dealing with a scratchy throat and a nasty cough? Bust out the peppermint tea because it is one of the best teas for soothing a sore throat. The menthol in peppermint exhibits antiviral and antibacterial properties. One study found that it has an antitussive effect, meaning it may have the ability to relieve a cough. More research on this is necessary, though. Other benefits of drinking peppermint tea include relieving upset stomach and cleaning out sinuses

Marshmallow Root Tea

No, this tea has nothing to do with s’mores, nor does it taste like roasted marshmallows. Marshmallow root tea is great for loosening mucus in the throat, meaning you can cough it up more easily. That may relieve a dry cough so you experience less pain in the throat. A 2018 study surveyed people who took marshmallow root syrup or lozenges to treat a cough. Within 10 minutes, most of the people reported that their throats felt much better and had a reduced urge to cough. 

Green Tea

Although many people drink green tea for the caffeine, it does have powerful antioxidants that help enhance immune function. Many of the anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties come from epigallocatechin-3-gallate. This compound works to reduce inflammatory proteins in the body, accelerating the healing process. Sore throats tend to result from an inflamed pharynx, which can make swallowing a more painful experience. In order to reap the benefits of green tea, you can either drink it or you can gargle with it. If you choose to gargle green tea, please do so for 30 seconds at a time. Make sure the tea is warm, not hot, so that you don’t burn your mouth when you gargle. 

Slippery Elm Tea

Just like licorice root, slippery elm has demulcent properties that provide a protective coating on the throat. The plant’s mucilage contains antioxidants that work to provide soothing properties to calm irritation. In addition to relieving sore throat pain, slippery elm may also soothe an upset stomach. If you experience indigestion, upset stomach, or need relief from coughing, brew a cup of slippery elm tea and drink it until symptoms subside. 

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Dherbs Respiratory Aid https://www.dherbs.com/dhtv/dherbs-products/dherbs-respiratory-aid/ Thu, 06 Feb 2014 05:35:34 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/uncategorized/dherbs-respiratory-aid/

Dherbs.com Lungs & Respiratory is an excellent combination of respiratory herbs for combating diseases and infections.

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Dherbs.com Lungs & Respiratory is an excellent combination of respiratory herbs for combating diseases and infections. It is also great for coughs (working with rather than against), sore throat, and serious mucus congestion. This formula helps to tone mucus membranes and reduce phlegm.

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Throat Soothing Ginger Chamomile Ice Pops https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/throat-soothing-ginger-chamomile-ice-pops/ Mon, 11 Nov 2019 17:48:03 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=103769

These ice pops with ginger, lemon, and chamomile are exactly what you need when you need when you have to soothe a sore throat.

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When you feel a tickle in the back of your throat and mild pain occurs in the sinus area, you tend to ready yourself for the oncoming sickness. Drinking herbal tea is beneficial, but sometimes you need a fun and healing treat to soothe your sore throat. That’s where these pops come in.

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6 Proven Health Benefits Of Manuka Honey https://www.dherbs.com/articles/6-proven-health-benefits-of-manuka-honey/ Fri, 22 May 2020 08:57:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=111523

Known for its therapeutic properties, manuka honey helps with wound healing, ulcer treatment, skin care, and keeping the mouth healthy.

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Have you ever picked up a small jar of honey, only to realize that it cost $30? If you experienced this phenomenon, then you encountered manuka honey, which is a luxury honey that comes from the manuka bush in New Zealand. From soothing sore throats and relieving digestive discomfort to reducing the risk of gingivitis and getting rid of acne, manuka honey is well worth the price tag.

Before we continue, we must detail that all honeys are not created equal. Honey isn’t what it used to be, and industrialization is to blame for this. To obtain the health benefits of honey, you must either purchase raw, organic unpasteurized honey or manuka honey.

What Makes Manuka Honey So Special?

As mentioned in the introductory paragraph, manuka honey is derived from one specific plant, but that’s not the reason why it is special. Manuka is rich in natural sugar and has a low pH level, which helps to get rid of bacterial growth. It also contains a diverse group of antioxidants that give manuka honey its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antibacterial properties. Additionally, manuka honey contains a chemical compound known as methyglyoxal (MGO), which has potent antibacterial activity.

Manuka honey is unique because it is an excellent source of enzymes, antioxidants, phenolic compounds, and vitamins. It also contains complex carbohydrates, alkaloids, flavonoids, trace minerals, B vitamins, and organic acids. You can find more about manuka honey and its health benefits below.

Health Benefits

Soothes Sore Throats

The antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties of manuka honey work to attack the bacteria that cause irritation in the throat. In addition to fighting the bacteria, the honey also coats the lining of the throat to provide a soothing effect. Researchers found that manuka honey helped decrease the presence of Streptococcus mutans bacteria in head and neck cancer patients, who received chemotherapy treatment.

Promotes Oral Health

To piggyback off the previous benefit, manuka honey may help to reduce the risk of periodontal disease and gingivitis. The antimicrobial properties of manuka honey were studied at the School of Dentistry at University of Otago in New Zealand. The results indicated that sucking on manuka honey reduced plaque by 35%, and reduced gum bleeding in people with gingivitis by 35%. The calcium, zinc, and phosphorus in manuka honey are also beneficial for maintaining healthy teeth.

Improves Digestive Health

The natural antibiotic and antibacterial properties of manuka honey are beneficial for reducing bacterial overgrowth in the digestive tract. This is great news for people with low stomach acid, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), or acid reflux. Several studies have found that manuka’s bactericidal effects improve intestinal imbalances and promote stomach healing.

Treats Burns & Wounds

Some over-the-counter bandages actually contain manuka honey, and the reason for this is because it provides pain relief for burns and moderate wounds. In 2007, the U.S. FDA approved manuka honey as an option for wound healing. The antimicrobial properties help to reduce the risk of infection and it helps to create a moist protective barrier for better healing. A two-week study examined a group of 40 people who applied manuka honey to non-healing wounds. Roughly 88% of the participants reported that their wounds decreased in size.

Helps Prevent Gastric Ulcers

Stomach ulcers are very common sores that form in the lining of the stomach, and they cause digestive pain, bloating, and nausea. H. pylori is the most common bacteria that is responsible for the development of gastric ulcers. New research found that manuka honey may reduce the presence of gastric ulcers caused by H. pylori. In test tube studies, the antibacterial properties of manuka honey proved to be useful for reducing the size of ulcers, but more research needs to be done to support this study.

Gets Rid Of Acne

As mentioned many times in this article, manuka honey has powerful antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. The combination of these, along with the low pH level, is beneficial for fighting acne. Manuka honey works to keep the skin free of bacteria, accelerating the healing time for people with acne. Additionally, the anti-inflammatory properties help to reduce the redness associated with acne.

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The Best Foods That Help Soothe A Sore Throat https://www.dherbs.com/articles/wellness-prevention/the-best-foods-that-help-soothe-a-sore-throat/ Fri, 28 Dec 2018 11:15:56 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=89016

If the old saltwater gargle and herbal tea hydration aren’t doing the trick, you may need to tea these foods to soothe your sore throat.

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The winter months brings about cold weather and, well, colds! Sore throats and coughs make it difficult to eat and drink, but you need to eat and drink to obtain essential nutrients. At the same time, you need to consume foods and beverages that soothe the throat as opposed to worsen the pain. So what foods do you eat in order to accelerate the recovery process?

Most of us know to drink soothing herbal teas and to avoid cold beverages, but what about the foods? You don’t want to eat foods that take a lot of effort to swallow. Sorry, but a bag of chips is not on the menu. The worst foods to eat when you have a sore throat include:

  • Dairy products (because these increase mucus production)
  • Spicy seasonings (spicy foods can irritate sore throats)
  • Acidic foods (while acid helps to kill bacteria, swallowing acidic foods can cause discomfort and irritate the inflamed throat)

Foods To Eat

Coconut Oil

Praised for its antimicrobial properties, coconut oil works to kill fungi, bacteria, and viruses. Essentially, coconut oil steps in to help your immune system resolve the problem more quickly. Upon swallowing a tablespoon or so of coconut oil, the anti-inflammatory properties soothe the pain and irritation.

Manuka Honey

We are positive that you use honey to sweeten your teas when you are sick, but are you consuming manuka honey on its own? A recent study found that manuka honey’s anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties can kill bacteria and inflammation that cause the pain of a sore throat. It isn’t cheap, but it is delicious and helps to soothe sore throats.

Steamed Vegetables

If you are going to cook vegetables, we recommend steaming them for a few minutes because that is the best way to help them retain the most nutrients. Roasting them for too long or sautéing them can kill the nutritional profile. Additionally, steamed vegetables are soft, warm, and easy for people to swallow. You’ll get a lot of nutrients and it won’t hurt to eat!

Cinnamon

We don’t recommend swallowing a spoonful of cinnamon because that will most likely make you cough. It’s best to stir one teaspoon of cinnamon in eight ounces of warm water and consume it that way. Cinnamon contains antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal properties that have been known to reduce inflammation in the throat and esophagus.

Soup

You can’t just consume whatever soup you like because it is integral to avoid dairy-based soups so that you don’t increase mucus production. Thick broths are actually more difficult to consume, so opt for soups with clearer broths that contain soft vegetables. Don’t buy processed chicken stock because those cartons or cans typically contain outrageous amounts of sodium. Visit our soups section for some healthy soup recipes.

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Use Lemons To Help Remedy These Common Problems https://www.dherbs.com/articles/general-topics/use-lemons-to-help-remedy-these-common-problems/ Thu, 05 Oct 2017 00:01:45 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=72752

Just when we thought we couldn't love lemons anymore, we find these awesome natural remedies. Use lemons to help naturally heal the body.

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Lemons are just the best. We already have an article about the many things you can use lemons for, but we decided that this mighty citrus fruit deserved to be featured again. Rich in vitamin C, B-complex vitamins, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron, lemons are amazing for fighting free radicals in the body and naturally flushing toxins from the body. They also work to improve skin health and boost the immune system.

In case you only thought lemons were good for cooking or making tea, explore the following remedies to help naturally remedy various conditions or symptoms.

Sore Throat Remedy

This is probably the most common use for lemons because the antibacterial properties help to combat throat infections. Drink this tea every few hours to help get rid of a sore throat.

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 8 ounces hot water

Instructions:

  • Add all of the ingredients to a mug and mix well. If you need a little sweetener, add some agave or stevia. Drink several times a day.

Lemon For Menstrual Cramps

Lemons contain a lot of vitamins and minerals that work to naturally alkalize the body. Additionally, they work to keep you properly hydrated. When combined with ginger and consumed, you’ll notice relief from menstrual cramps.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups water
  • juice from ½ a lemon
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled and grated
  • 1 tablespoon raw honey

Instructions:

  • Add the water, lemon juice, and grated ginger to a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Once the water is boiling, remove from the heat and let it cool for 20 minutes.
  • Mix in 1 tablespoon of honey and drink the mixture. It helps to keep you hydrated and works to calm menstrual cramps.

Sinus Remedy

This remedy works to break up mucus and flush toxins from the body. Both the apple cider vinegar and the lemon work to neutralize pH levels and support the immune system.

Ingredients:

  • 2 teaspoons raw apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons raw honey
  • 1-2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 8 ounces hot water

Instructions:

  • Add the apple cider vinegar, honey, and lemon juice to the cup of hot water. Mix well and then drink slowly. The warmth is beneficial for cleansing your sinuses.

Lemons for Headaches

Lemons have a powerful effect on headache pain. The properties in lemon work to reduce the intensity of headache pain, so drink the following tea to help.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups of water
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
  • 1-2 fresh lemon slices

Instructions:

  • Add the water, ginger, and lemon slices to a saucepan and bring to a boil. Once the mixture comes to a boil, simmer on low heat for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and let it cool. Strain into a mug so that you don’t drink the lemon and ginger pieces.

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6 Natural Remedies To Help Those With Strep Throat https://www.dherbs.com/articles/general-topics/6-natural-remedies-to-help-those-with-strep-throat/ Fri, 01 Sep 2017 19:30:36 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=71783

Fall is the time when school is back in session and viruses seem to be spreading. Avoid getting strep throat by using these natural remedies.

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When you have strep throat, your throat may feel irritated, scratchy or sore. It is a bacterial infection that, if left untreated, can cause kidney inflammation or rheumatic fever. While this condition is common in children between ages 5 through 15, it can affect people of all ages.

What Causes Strep Throat?

Strep throat is caused by the bacterium known as Streptococcus pyogenes. It is a highly contagious bacterium that can be spread through airborne droplets from coughing or sneezing. The bacteria can also be contracted by sharing food, drinks, or touching surfaces, which have been infected, and then touching the mouth. Causes can include:

  • The Streptococcus pygenes bacterium
  • Sharing food or drinks
  • Getting coughed or sneezed on by an infected person
  • Touching infected surfaces (and then touching the mouth)

Natural Remedies

Get A Humidifier

It may be beneficial to put a humidifier in your room to help alleviate dryness in your throat. Additionally, it may help to inhale steam. You can poor boiling water into a bowl, let it cool for 5 minutes or so, put your face over the bowl, and drape a towel over your head and the bowl to trap the steam. Breathe deeply, and you can add a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil for added benefits.

Gargle With Salt Water

Gargling with salt water can help provide relief to a sore or dry throat, in addition to helping sooth the larynx. Add about 1 teaspoon of sea salt to a cup of warm water and gargle the solution little by little. Do this a couple times a day.

Drink Ginger Tea

Drinking fresh ginger tea is very beneficial for strep throat because ginger helps to soothe the inflamed mucus membranes. You can poor about a cup of boiling water over 8-10 slices of thinly sliced ginger root. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes and strain the liquid. You can add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and a little raw honey to the tea and drink this 2-3 times a day.

Chew Raw Garlic

Chewing raw garlic, while it may add quite the garlicky scent to your breath, can help kill bacteria or viruses. After chewing the garlic slowly it is best to swallow it. If you don’t want to chew garlic, you can add a couple chopped garlic cloves to a jar with equal parts apple cider vinegar and distilled water. Shake the jar to mix up the content and let it sit on the counter for 4 hours. Then add a little bit of raw honey before placing it into the refrigerator. You can take 1-3 tablespoons of this solution every 6-8 hours until symptoms reduce.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Because apple cider vinegar has antimicrobial properties, it can be a beneficial treatment for strep throat. Mix two tablespoons of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar and one tablespoon of raw honey in a half cup of water. To help yourself even more, add a few dashes of cayenne pepper to this concoction. Drink this twice a day until symptoms subside.

Get Some Rest

Make sure to get plenty of rest if you have strep throat. Sleep is the body’s natural way of regenerating and rest will only aid the healing process. Rest is critical, so stay inside, lounge about, and let the body relax.

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5 Natural Remedies To Help You Fight Off A Cold https://www.dherbs.com/articles/wellness-prevention/5-natural-remedies-to-help-you-fight-off-a-cold/ Tue, 13 Dec 2016 15:30:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=61371

It is common for people to get sick during the colder months. Don't let the cold take you down and fight it with these 5 herbal remedies.

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The common cold is a viral infection that affects the upper respiratory system. Like the name suggests, it is common to catch, and the viruses that infect people are Coronaviruses or Rhinoviruses. Because there are over 200 viruses that swim in the air, it is difficult for the immune system to build up a resistance to them. This is why colds are recurring and common. Anyone can catch a cold, but children are more susceptible because their immune systems aren’t as strong and they are constantly in school or group environments, where viruses thrive.

Symptoms of the Common Cold

Symptoms of a common cold will reveal themselves when the body reacts to a virus. Certain chemicals are released, which makes the blood vessels leak and the mucus glands work extra hard. The most common symptoms are listed below.

  • Sore Throat
  • Runny Nose
  • Coughing
  • Mild Fever
  • Sneezing
  • Mild Headache
  • Stuffy Nose
  • Hoarse Voice
  • Feeling Tired

Remedies to Fight the Common Cold

#1: Eat Healthy Foods

When infected with the common cold, it is important to eat light, plant-based foods. Eating heavy foods like meat, dairy, sugar, salt, and alcohol makes the digestive system work extra hard. You want the body to focus on fighting the infection, so eat fresh fruits and vegetables, raw nuts and seeds, and whole grains like barley or buckwheat.

#2: Stay Hydrated

Drink lots of fluids. Staying hydrated is key when you have a cold because your body is using more moisture to produce mucus. Drink lots of water (eight-ten 8oz glasses a day is recommended), herbal tea, and ginger tea, which you can make by pouring hot water over fresh ginger root slices. Adding a little raw, organic honey to your teas or hot water can also be beneficial because it has antioxidants, anti-bacterial properties, and lots of vitamin C.

#3: Use a Neti Pot

You can use a Neti Pot to help cleanse the sinuses. Fill it with a warm saline solution to help relieve sinus congestion.

#4: Gargle With Salt Water

Gargling with salt water can help soothe a sore throat. Mix a teaspoon or so of salt in a small glass of warm water and stir. Take sips of the salt water and, without swallowing, gargle it in the back of your throat. This is not the cure for the cold, but it provides relief from an itchy throat.

#5: Get Some Sleep

Get lots of rest and sleep because your body needs the relaxation to fight off germs. People who rest more when they have colds will recover more quickly than people who keep pushing their bodies. The cold will only last longer if you don’t take the time to rest.

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An Easy Pain Relief Method You Can Use By Pinching Your Ear https://www.dherbs.com/articles/health-beauty/an-easy-pain-relief-method-you-can-use-by-pinching-your-ear/ Wed, 16 Nov 2016 16:30:52 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=59263

Going to the doctor for aches and pain isn't necessary. Use this alternative therapy to provide pain relief to all parts of your body.

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It’s not necessary to run to the doctor every time you have an ache or pain in the body. Doctors may not help your symptoms, or they may just prescribe you some kind of medication that’ll put your mind at ease. This doesn’t have to happen. You can naturally heal your body with herbal remedies or via alternative practices.

Reflexology is a great way to naturally relieve aches, pain, and discomfort in the body. There are points all over the body that, after pressure is applied, can provide relief. Sitting in your chair at the office, standing on your feet for long hours, or doing manual labor can take a toll on the body. You may not be able to stretch at your job, but you there is something you can do when you get home.

There are 6 points, which are connected to pain and soreness in different parts of the body, on the ear. Applying pressure to each spot can provide relief. All you need is a clothespin to pinch the specific spots. Below is a little description of the location and what it does for the body.

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#1: Back & Shoulders

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The top of the ear is linked to your back and shoulders. If you clip a clothespin on the top of your ear for at least 1 minute a few times a day, you can help relieve soreness and tension.

#2: Organs

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Having healthy organs helps your body function optimally. This spot is just below the top of the ear and is connected to your organs. If you have severe internal pain, you may need to see a medical practitioner, but clipping the clothespin to that point on the ear can relieve minor discomfort or tenderness.

#3: Joints

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This point, which is located on the upper-middle part of the ear, can help relieve minor joint pain. Clip the clothespin on this point a couple times a day to help. Chronic problems like arthritis may need more attention and rehabilitation.

#4: Sinuses & Throat

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Sinus or throat pain is no fun, but you don’t want to be downing medication all the time. Clipping a clothespin to the lower-middle part of the ear can help relieve sinus pressure or throat soreness when you have a cold. You can also use your thumb to apply pressure between your eyebrows to relieve sinus pressure.

#5: Digestion

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Applying pressure to the spot just above the earlobe can help with digestive discomfort or stomach problems. If you have digestion issues, you can apply pressure for a minute before eating as a preventative action.

#6: Head & Heart

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The earlobe is connected to the head and the heart. If you have a headache or want to promote heart health, clip a clothespin to the lobe and let reflexology happen. This helps greatly for headache relief.

This treatment is so easy to do and has amazing benefits. Try it out and let us know how it worked for you.

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Throat Problems https://www.dherbs.com/articles/wellness-prevention/throat-problems/ Thu, 13 Jun 2013 16:25:49 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/uncategorized/throat-problems/

Throat problems often result from problems with the lymphatic system, mucous membranes, and/or inflammation (mucus), especially mucus. Physically, a swollen throat means that certain things in your body are taxed, particularly your spleen (which correlates to your tonsils), lymph system (especially in the mouth area), and mucous membranes, with the culprit being mucus. Itchy, Irritated […]

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Throat problems often result from problems with the lymphatic system, mucous membranes, and/or inflammation (mucus), especially mucus.

Physically, a swollen throat means that certain things in your body are taxed, particularly your spleen (which correlates to your tonsils), lymph system (especially in the mouth area), and mucous membranes, with the culprit being mucus.

Itchy, Irritated Throat, and Hoarseness

An itchy and irritated throat suggests mucus accumulation. Hoarseness (of a person’s voice) is sounding rough and harsh, typically as the result of a sore throat or shouting.

Even when singers develop hoarseness (a symptom of laryngitis), it’s a sign that the voice needs to be given a rest.

Itchiness, scratchiness, and irritation of the throat may also denote presence of the physical manifestation of a sexually transmitted disease. Usually, when there is STD-related itchiness and irritation of the throat, it is due to performance of oral sex on a partner infected with a venereal disease or sexually transmitted disease (i.e. Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, or trichomoniasis). It is also a sign that the defense or immune system is taxed or debilitated.

Difficulty in Swallowing

When there is painful swallowing, it’s usually because the throat is inflamed, called tonsillitis. It is a sign that you should abstain from eating solid foods and consider fasting to give the throat a break or rest, especially from talking.

Individuals born under the astrological sign of ‘Taurus’ (between April 20 and May 20) are greatly prone to throat problems as the throat is located in the neck (upper region) and the sign Taurus governs the neck, so Taureans are prone to neck problems, thyroid problems, and throat problems.

A swollen throat means that certain things in your body were taxed, particularly your spleen (correlates to your tonsils), lymph system (especially in the mouth area), and mucous membranes.

Tonsillitis

It may not appear or seem like it, but your tonsils have a specific purpose. They are part of your lymphatic system and corresponds to your defense or immune system.

The greatest health challenge of the tonsil is ‘tonsillitis,’ which basically means ‘inflammation of the tonsil.’ When there is tonsillitis, it only means the tonsil is inflamed due to unhealthy mucus accumulation.

Tonsillitis is a condition of mucus trapped in the tonsil and thus obstructing the mucous membranes of the tonsils. There is healthy mucus (clear in nature) and there is unhealthy mucus (thick and green-yellowish in nature).

Tonsillitis is greatly reversible. All you have to do is remove the mucus obstructing the tonsil as well as the mucus in the entire body.

If you suffer from tonsillitis, there are alternatives to surgery. Take herbs and change your diet in accordance with maxim of the Order of Hippocrates: “let your food be your medicine and your medicine your food.”

Strep Throat

Strep Throat is another adverse condition of the throat and is basically ‘tonsillitis’ or a symptom of it.

In both ‘tonsillitis’ and ‘strep throat’ we have the presence of a form of parasite (Streptococcus) that travels in the blood and clearly houses itself in an unhealthy mucus environment in a localized area of the body, in the case of strep throat, the throat.

In both tonsillitis and strep throat, the throat is diffusely red (due to inflammation), and tonsils often are covered with a yellow or white exudate (due to mucus).

Laryngitis

Laryngitis is medically defined as: “Inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the larynx, accompanied by edema of the vocal cords with hoarseness or loss of voice, occurring as an acute disorder caused by a cold, by irritating fumes, by sudden temperature changes, or as a chronic condition resulting from excessive use of the voice, heavy smoking, or exposure to irritating fumes. In acute laryngitis, there may be a cough, and the throat usually feels scratchy and painful.” – Mosby’s supra, pg. 677

Throat Cancer

Throat cancer can result from various circumstances and for various reasons. Habits (bad habits) are perhaps the biggest cause of the physical manifestation of throat cancer.

Smoking is a leading cause of throat cancer. The 700+ dangerous ingredients, especially the coal tar, in cigarettes does great harm and damage to the throat, causing cellular degeneration and necrosis in throat.

Drink Devil’s Brew (alcohol) also does great damage to the throat. Like coffee, it too burns the tissues of the throat despite not being hot like coffee. Alcohol greatly burns the tissues of the body and enhances necrosis (degeneration of the tissues).

Coffee burns everything in the body (unless it is drank at room temperature). It can damage the esophagus (and is actually reported to be the number one cause of cancer of the esophagus).

Using chemical-grade oral hygiene products (i.e. mouthwash, oral rinse) can be harmful due to their containing of alcohol and artificial sweeteners such as saccharin and aspartame as well as containing petroleum-based dyes (i.e. Blue Lake, Green Lake, etc.).

Healing Throat Problems Naturally

Gargling

A sore throat can be healed by gargling with warm water (1 cup), lime or lemon juice (1 tablespoon) and sea salt (a pinch). Just add the water, juice, and salt in a cup, stir, and pour into mouth and gargle (do not swallow). This can be performed throughout the day. Though optional, you can add one drop of essential oil of Eucalyptus to this solution.

Herbs

Demulcent herbs are also ideal in healing throat and tonsil problems. Demulcent herbs are soothing, coating, and mucilaginous in nature and that protect irritated and inflamed tissue. These herbs include Mullein Leaf, Marshmallow, Slippery Elm Bark, Irish Moss, and Plantain.

Other herbs for throat and tonsil conditions include Lobelia, Licorice Root, Eucalyptus, White Pine Bark, and Wild Cherry Bark.

Echinacea Root and Goldenseal Root are always helpful in healing situations and can be consumed as well.

These herbs supra are best consumed in tea or extract (tincture) form. Licorice Root and Mullein Leaf tea are the best herbal teas to drink throughout the day.

Natural cough syrup

A natural cough syrup (which utilizes natural ingredients such as herbs, glycerin, honey, etc.) is far better to use than any commercial-grade cough syrup, some of which contains alcohol.

If you must have a cough syrup and the brand you purchase contains honey, this is far better than what you’d find in a pharmacy or drug store. Just remember that honey is predigested bee food (excrement, regurgitation) and it should never be given to children under the age of two.

Steam therapy

Steam inhalation is also ideal in healing. You can boil a pot of water on the stove top or purchase a small steamer and add 2-3 drops of essential oils of Eucalyptus, Pine Bark, and/or Camphor to the water and simply inhale for a few minutes (10-20 minutes max).

Crystals

Because light blue or sky blue crystals and gemstones emit a soothing and pacifying frequency, these stones are ideal to use in all inflammation conditions. Blue, especially light or sky blue, is soothing in nature so simply place a stone of this color on your lower neck (about an inch or inch and a half under your Adam’s apple) while lying down for approximately 30 minutes.

Blue is the antidote to red and remember, inflammation’s frequency is red, so blue (light/sky blue) counteracts red and is thus healing in all conditions where there is inflammation or burning.

Light or sky blue-colored crystals and gemstones include Turquoise, Blue Calcite, Dolphin Stone (Larimar), Blue Lace Agate, Aqua Aura Quartz, Blue Kyanite, Angelite, Celestite, and Tanzanite.

You can also make a gemstone elixir with these crystals/gemstones above (all of them or simply one of them) by place them in a glass of distilled water and allowing them to sit over night (preferable with exposure to moonlight which has a healing frequency).

You can also wrap a blue or light-blue colored scarf around your neck when there’s a problem with the throat so as to stimulate healing. You can wear the scarf when out in public or while at home lying down on the bed.

Cough drops

Cough drops can be helpful, however, just make sure the brand does not contain harmful ingredients, i.e. man-made menthol, saccharin, aspartame, sugar, etc.

Despite a few minor ingredients, Zand and Riccola brands offer the best cough drops available on the commercial health food market. If you can do without cough drops, by all means do so.

Dietary Intervention

Diet is always important in healing. While healing, abstain from all meat, dairy products, refined grains and starches, boxed/jarred orange juice, coffee, alcoholic beverages, chocolate, junk foods, etc. These are all mucus forming due to being acid-forming.

Drink plenty of good water too. The best waters to drink are alkaline water (available at health food stores), distilled water, and spring water in this order.

Water can also be made more alkaline via alkaline drops (also sold at health food stores).

Chew on licorice sticks if you can find them or have access to them. Licorice sticks are medicine for the throat, especially the vocal cords. Simply suck and chew them throughout the day for as long as you like.

Dherbs Solutions

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