6 Best Home Remedies for Tonsillitis

Drinking lemon juice can help the body fight infection, and can also ease the pain that come with strep throat. Drink as much fresh lemon juice as you need to feel better. Honey is great for killing bacteria, which helps cure sore throats. Mix four tablespoons of honey in a glass of water, and drink the whole cup.

Here are the top 10 home remedies for tonsillitis.

1. Salt Water

The best and the most common home remedy for tonsillitis is to gargle with warm salt water. The warm water will have a soothing effect and the salt will help kill the virus or bacteria. Plus, salt helps reduce inflammation, giving you instant relief.

1. Mix one teaspoon of table salt in a cup of warm water.
2. Gargle with the solution. Do not swallow it. Spit the water out after gargling.
3. Repeat this as often as possible for speedy recovery.

2. Lemon

Lemon’s antiviral, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties take care of the infection as well as the inflammation. Plus, its high vitamin C content improves the body’s resistance to infections.

• In a glass of lukewarm water, add the juice from one lemon, a pinch of salt and one teaspoon of honey. Drink it slowly, twice daily for a few days.
• Alternatively, you can sprinkle a little salt and pepper on a slice of lemon, and then suck on the lemon slice. It will help force the phlegm out of your throat. Do this two or three times a day for several days.

3. Basil

Basil is another very effective home remedy for tonsillitis due to its antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. Plus, its healing properties and soothing qualities will help reduce swelling and pain as well as speed up the healing process.

1. Add 10 to 12 basil leaves to one and one-half cups of water.
2. Boil for 10 minutes.
3. Strain and add the juice from one lemon to the solution. Optionally, add one teaspoon of honey to sweeten it.
4. Drink this three times a day for two to three days.