Tulsi

Sore Throat : Natural Home Remedies

Sore Throat refers to the inflammation of the pharynx or back of the throat. Sore throats usually occurs with a cold and cough or can be a result of swollen tonsils or an infection and irritation in the throat, which can sometimes lead to pain or ache in the ear. An irritating condition of the throat may range from the harmless to the serious problem.

CAUSES OF SORE THROAT:
1. Common cold
2. Influenza
3. Sinusitis
4. Measles
5. Diphtheria
6. Excessive smoking
7. Dry air, especially at night when you may sleep with your mouth open.

Symptoms of Sore Throat
1. Irritation of throat
2. Chills and fever
3. Pain in the throat
4. Swollen and tender lymph glands
5. Difficulty in swallowing

HOME REMEDIES FOR SORE THROAT
- Mango bark is effective in the treatment of a sore throat and other throat disorders. Its fluid, which is extracted by grinding, can be applied nearby with beneficial results and can also be used as a throat gargle. This gargle is made by mixing 10 ml of the fluid extract with 125 ml of water.
- The water boiled with basil leaves should be taken as a drink or can also be used as a gargle. This is also effective natural remedy for sore throat.
- Cut an onion into strips, squeeze the spicy juice out, add one spoon of honey and drink right away.
- Mash one ginger root, add 1/3 cup of boiling water and one tablespoon of sugar. Drink when it’s slightly warm.
- Mix an uncooked egg yolk, one tablespoon of sugar and one tablespoon of brandy or cognac. Swallow every 15 minutes.
- Eat 1 tablespoon of honey several times a day.
- Suck on lemon can also add sugar or honey.
- Blanch 2 teaspoons of fresh/ dry hyssop leaves to 3/4 cup of hot water; add 1 spoon of honey, gurgle and swallow.
- Immerse 1 whole pear in vinegar for one day, grain, filter and drink the liquid.
- Add 1 cup of honeysuckle flowers (not the leaves). Steep for at least 10 minutes, covered, and then strain. Sweeten with honey if desired. Drink up to 4 cups a day.
- Take a glass of lukewarm water and add a teaspoon of black pepper, one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder into it. Drink this mixture in small sips.
- Take a teaspoon of bishop weed (ajwain),a pinch of salt in a glass of lukewarm water and gargle with it. Repeat this twice a day till the throat infection is completely cured.
- A decoction of henna leaves can be used as a gargle.

DIETARY CONSIDERATIONS :
- Fast on orange juice for few days depending on the severity of the condition.
- When severe conditions subside, the patient may adopt an all-fruit diet for 3-4 days. Thereafter, he may adopt a well balanced diet.

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Benefits Of Tulsi Tea

This tea is made from the tulsi herb – also known as holy basil. Tulsi has been revered in India for over five thousand years, as a healing balm for body, mind and spirit, and is known to bestow an amazing number of health benefits.The tea itself tastes good and can be enjoyed either hot or cold. It’s a good thing to include this tea in your wellness regime and make it part of your day, every day. This herbal tea does not have any caffeine.Prepare it like ‘normal black’ tea. Infuse the tulsi in gently boiled water and let it steep for a couple of minutes. It is particularly refreshing in the summer enjoyed cold with ice and a squirt of lemon.
Tulsi Tea’s antioxidants protect cells from the damage caused by free radicals that facilitate the cause and progression of various types of diseases.
This herbal brew’s adaptogens serve as powerful anti-stress agents that protect your body from a wide range of health concerns.
The adaptogens guard against and deal with physical, chemical, environmental, and emotional factors that produce high levels of stress that compromise physical and mental health.
The relaxant properties that are found in hot basil tea, extend to both respiratory and digestive tracts and so relieves symptoms of colic, constipation, nausea, asthma and coughs. Other benefits of Tulsi Tea: it can reduce fevers and moves phlegm build up during times of suffering colds and flu.

* Assists in Sharpening Memory and Concentration
* Tonic for Nerves and Treats Irritability
* Reduces Stress
* Promotes Calmness and Clarity
* Clears Phlegm from Chest and Nose
* Eases Symptoms of Colds, Flu, Coughs and Sore Throats
* Strengthens the Stomach
* Treats Vomiting and Nausea
* Improves Metabolism
* Aids in Treating Constipation
* Strengthens the Kidneys
* Known as a Anti-Stress Agent or ‘Adaptogen’
* May Reduce Blood Cholesterol
* Assists in Treating Insomnia

Tulsi tea can be enjoyed throughout the day, from morning to night. However, even one cup of Tulsi tea a day is beneficial.