Tonsils commonly known as tonsillitis happens to children and generally antibiotics are prescribed for such a problem. In tonsillitis viral infection hits the bits commonly known as “bulby” bits behind the throat. It is normally very painful and is supposedly more than a goitre or a sore throat. The infection which causes the inflammation or swelling is due to the bacteria.
It is normally very contagious in nature and can be passed on by one to child to another through sneezing, kissing, etc.There are various homemade remedies which can with better care and without any medical aid be resolved and they are:-
Effective Natural Cures For Tonsils
Gargling With Saline Water/ Citric Water
Gargle twice a day at least with warm saline water as it helps in soothing the throat down completely. Using lime is one of the effective cures for tonsillitis. A sip of lime water with few spoons of honey acting as a sweetener and a pinch of salt helps to cure the pain.
Petals Of Banafsha Flowers
These flowers are very beneficial, they are taken in a small amount about 12 grams and they are boiled in the milk weighing about 50ml. After filtering the mixture it should be taken in as hot as possible. Another alternative for banafsha is that it can be fried slightly and can be worn and compressed around the neck.
A Sip Of Turmaric Milk
Milk is a good cure for throat and is found to be very valuable. Every night for at least three days boiled milk with a pinch of turmeric and pepper powder should be taken in for good results.
Healthy Diet
For about three to four days fruits should be consumed in good quantities and emphasis on good leafy vegetables and fresh fruits should be made. Spicy and chilly food should be avoided since they cause irritation to the throat. Foods which are fermented in nature like curd etc should be avoided. Juices of vegetables like carrots, beetroot etc should be consumed.
Exercises And Meditation
Deep breathing and various other exercises help in curing tonsillitis. Enema act as a cleansing agent by cleaning the intestines and other glands.
An Effect Of Ginger, Onions
Juices or onion and ginger liquids are one of the most effective remedies and can be used to reduce the pain and can be used for gargling for a short span of time.
Reducing Harshness
The harshness of the tonsillitis can be reduced by figs which are dried and boiled. With honey as a sweetener the figs can be consumed.
An Effect Of Fenugreek Seeds
A gargle of the mixture of boiled water and fenugreek seeds help in curing the problem. After boiling it should be allowed to cool down before it is taken in.
Pack And Bath
Bath from salts of Epsom which are hot and a frozen pack applied at an interval of two hours each day is very beneficial in nature and helps to overcome the problem in a short span of time.
Caution: Please use Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.
