HM cold/cough/sore throat/feeling rotten medicine?

Little_Vics

Am at home feeling rotten with a sore throat, and have no medicine. What can I have that will make me better?

elsien

Honey? You could do a honey and lemon hot drink, or put a spoonful in black tea. My nan used to swear by it.
(Either that or gargle with salt water, which is a lot less pleasant!)

Edit - forgot to say hope you feel better soon.

From the honey association website:
Honey is widely used as a complementary remedy for the relief of the symptoms of colds, coughs, sore throats and 'flu. For a sore throat, take it on its own or gargle with a mixture of two tablespoons of set honey, four tablespoons of cider vinegar and a pinch of salt.

A traditional drink made from hot water, lemon juice and honey will help to soothe cold and flu symptoms. Adding a little eucalyptus oil or root ginger will help to ease congestion and, to help enhance sleep, try a drop of whiskey in the mixture.

(The whisky'd help you sleep if nothing else.)

thriftlady_2

We're not supposed to give medical advice on the forum I'm afraid. See here.

Try googling- I hope you feel better soon.

Little_Vics

I understand that we're not supposed to give medical advice, but do you have any 'pick me up' tips?

flossyblog

you need to line the throat with something sugary. Black Strap Molasses is good. I just have a spoonful, but you can have it with water or milk. It has lots of vitamins and minerals which is an added benefit

Penelope_Penguin

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