Herbal Remedies for Sore Throat
Sore throat is a common symptom that is associated with a number of both common, self-limiting and serious diseases, especially viral or bacterial infections of the upper respiratory tract.
Herbal support includes astringent herbs, immune stimulants, antibacterial herbs, antiviral herbs, and soothing demulcent herbs. Adjunct Therapy: vinegar mixed with hot water as an inhalant
Herbs Used To Treat Sore Throat
| Herb | Treatment Support | Application |
| Chickweed | soothing | tea |
| Echinacea | immune stimulant | tincture |
| Honeysuckle | anti-inflammatory | tea |
| Lemon | refrigerant | fresh juice |
| Licorice | soothing demulcent | tea, whole root chewed |
| Poplar | anti-inflammatory | tincture, diluted as a gargle |
| Propolis | antibacterial | tincture internally and diluted as a gargle |
| Rhatany | astringent | tincture, diluted as a gargle |
| Sage | astringent, antiseptic | tea as a gargle and internally |
| Slippery Elm | soothing demulcent | tea, lozenge |
| Thyme | antiseptic | tea |
| White Oak | astringent, antiseptic | tea as a gargle |