6 Foods That Help Soothe Sore Throats

4. Tea. A classic remedy, teas of many flavors — caffeinated or not — can salve painand help give your body’s infection-fighting response a useful kick. Brew yourself a pot of ginger, chamomile, green, or black tea, and take advantage of the beverage’s additional power to lower stress, increase focus, and crack down on inflammation.

5. Honey. Another go-to you’re probably well aware of, this yummy treat has been found to have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that help clear infection and soothe pain, suggests a review of studies published in the American Journal of Therapeutics. Why not go the natural (and tastier) route when soothing yourself?

6. Ginger. That gnarly-looking root may look terrifying in the grocery store, but it’s actually packed with anti-inflammatory properties that can calm irritation, according to a review of literature published in the International Journal of Preventive /