Added/Modified on September 2, 2013
Strep throat is a common problem. It is caused by Group A streptococcus bacteria. This problem is frequently found in children and is highly infectious. It can quickly spread among family members. Common symptoms associated with this infection include fever, red and sore throat, headache, nausea and so on.
An individual can use various inexpensive natural remedies for obtaining relief from the infection.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Gargling with a mixture of apple cider vinegar and lukewarm water can provide effective results within a short span of time. It is advisable to use raw organic apple cider vinegar for obtaining best results.
Vitamin C
Intake of vitamin C can help in treating the infection. This natural remedy can also help in reducing the risk of rheumatic fever and rheumatoid arthritis which may result from the problem of strep throat. An individual can consult a doctor to determine the exact dosage of this vitamin.
Zinc
Intake of zinc can provide relief from the infection and ease soreness. It can also help in boosting the immune system. An individual can take zinc lozenges for a period of 6 to 7 days to get the desired results.
Myrrh
Myrrh has been used traditionally as an herbal antiseptic medicine. Intake of myrrh can help in eradicating the bacteria responsible for strep throat and boosting the immune system.
Sunflower Oil
Direct consumption of sunflower oil (1 teaspoon) can provide relief from soreness resulting from the infection. Use of this natural remedy on a daily basis can also help in the prevention of strep throat.
Raspberry
Raspberry is another effective natural remedy. Raspberry tea can be prepared by boiling chopped raspberry leaves (2 teaspoons) in a cup of water.
Consumption of raspberry tea (after it has cooled down) can help in providing relief from fever. An individual can also gargle with this tea to obtain effective results.
Salt Water
One of the simplest natural remedies is salt water. An individual can add salt (half teaspoon) in a cup of lukewarm water and gargle with this mixture. To obtain quick results, this remedy should be used after every 4 to 6 hours. It is interesting to note that the use of salt water also helps in removing he phlegm associated with the common cold.
Echinacea
Echinacea can also be used in curing the infection. Intake of tea prepared with the use of dried echinacea root (1 to 2 grams) can provide relief from the symptoms of strep throat. Another option is to consume standardized powdered extract of echinacea 3 times on a daily basis for a period 1 to 1.5 weeks.
Peppermint
One of the components of peppermint leaves and stems is menthol. Intake of peppermint can help in curing soreness and headache caused by strep throat.
A mixture of peppermint and water can be boiled and consumed 4 to 5 times on a daily basis. The mixture should be strained and used only after it has cooled down. An individual can also apply a tincture containing peppermint oil (10%) and ethanol (90%) on his/her forehead to reduce the headache.
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