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Some of the home remedies for sore throat are:
*Cinnamon is considered as an effective remedy for a sore throat resulting from a cold. One teaspoon of roughly powdered cinnamon, boiled in a glass of water with a pinch of pepper powder, and two teaspoons of honey can be taken as a medicine in the treatment of this situation.
*A gargle prepared from fenugreek seeds has been found to be a very useful remedy for treating a sore throat.
*Chew some garlic pieces. It is an effective sore throat treatment.
*Add lemon juice and some honey, to a glass of hot water. Drink this. It will give immediate relief from pain.
*Water boiled with basil leaves should be taken as a drink, and also used as a gargle to relieve a sore throat.
*Liquorice is a well-known home remedy for sore throat in all parts of India. A small piece of raw liquorice should he chewed or sucked for treating this situation.
*Tamarind is also helpful in the treatment of sore throat. Tamarind water must be used as a gargle.