Five types of tea for sore throat relief and boosting immunity
What teas will help with a sore throat (photo: Freepik)
Tea can help soothe a sore throat due to its anti-inflammatory properties. These drinks alleviate symptoms of throat irritation and may even protect the body from infections, the website Eating Well reports.
Why drink tea if you have sore throat
According to MD Angie Nelson, hydration is the main reason to drink tea when you have a sore throat. Moisture can help reduce pain.
Tea is a great way to replenish the body with the needed fluids during sneezing, coughing, and sinus congestion.
Nelson says that staying hydrated can also help ease viral cold symptoms.
Nutrition expert Toby Amidor explained that a warm cup of tea is always beneficial when you have a sore throat. It helps alleviate discomfort, and many teas contain ingredients that help fight inflammation and infection.
5 best teas for sore throat relief
Chamomile tea
Chamomile tea has healing properties due to the phytonutrients it contains, which can ease sore throat pain. This tea also has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce swelling and help restore tissues.
The drink is caffeine-free, meaning you can drink it at any time of day.
Elderberry tea
Elderberry is a popular remedy for treating colds.
A 2021 study showed that elderberry helps reduce cold symptoms, such as fever, pain, congestion, and cough. Many syrups and gummies made from elderberry are also available in pharmacies.
To benefit, find elderberry tea and drink it once a day.
Green tea
Green tea is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, making it another good remedy for sore throats.
Since green tea contains caffeine, it's best not to drink it too frequently throughout the day.
Allow the green tea bag to steep in boiling water for about three minutes to get a vibrant and aromatic cup of green tea.
Licorice root
Licorice root is one of traditional Chinese medicine's most commonly used remedies. Licorice tea can ease pain related to a sore throat.
Licorice root has long been considered a soothing agent that can relieve sore throat pain within 30 minutes.
Moreover, this tea has antibacterial properties.
Due to the presence of glycyrrhizinic acid in the plant, licorice root preparations have expectorant and anti-inflammatory effects. This substance also has antiviral activity, making it effective in treating cold and infectious diseases.
Peppermint tea
Peppermint acts as an expectorant, clearing the respiratory tract of mucus. The oils in peppermint tea can relieve sore throat pain. Studies show that it also has antiviral and antioxidant activity.
In addition, peppermint tea is effective in reducing nausea, so it is also recommended for gastrointestinal issues.
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