Some Best Ways to Get Rid of Tonsillitis Naturally
What Is Tonsillitis?
Acute tonsillitis is a type of inflammatory virus that causes tissues within the tonsils to become infected with harmful bacteria. The tonsils are two small, oval-shaped pads located in your throat, which have the important job of blocking bacteria and pathogens from invading the body once they enter through the mouth. Surgery to remove at least part of the tonsils (called a tonsillectomy) is one of the most common procedures during childhood. (1) While tonsillitis and other short-term infections of the tonsils occur most often in children, anyone can be affected by viruses of bacterial infections within the tonsils no matter his or her age.
Tonsillitis can be caused by both viruses and infections that are “bacterial” in nature. The majority of tonsillitis cases are caused mostly by Streptococcus pyogenes, a type of polymicrobial viral pathogen. (2) For decades, treatment for sore throats and tonsillitis center around antibiotics, including penicillin — however, this approach doesn’t always work long term to solve the underlying problem and can also come with some unwanted side effects.
There are all types of bacteria, viruses and fungi present within the throat, including within the tonsils, which belong to the healthy microflora that live within the body. Billions of bacteria populate every part of the body, especially the gut environment, but normally these bacteria don’t cause any harm. In fact, we need certain types of microbials to help with things like immune responses, digestion, nutrient absorption, weight control and hormonal balance (the kind of bacteria we often call probiotics).
The body doesn’t even respond negatively to all potentially harmful bacteria that are present, as long as they don’t begin rapidly reproducing. For example, studies show that around 10 percent of healthy children have strepptococcus pyogenes bacteria present within their tonsils at all times but still suffer no health consequences. (3) The trouble begins when “bad bacteria” start to multiply and outnumber beneficial bacteria, leading to infections that can cause pain, swelling and disease-causing inflammation.
The best approach to treating tonsillitis is preventing the inflammation from occurring in the first place or getting worse, while also increasing your immune function through a healthy diet, taking antiviral herbs and avoiding anything that puts extra stress your body.
One of the biggest reasons to avoid a tonsillectomy is because your tonsils are key players in keeping you from getting sick; removing the tissue within the throat that captures pathogens means more are likely to make their way further into your system.
Symptoms of Tonsillitis
Common signs and symptoms of tonsillitis include:
• painful swollen tonsils
• sore throat
• difficulty swallowing normally
• tender lymph nodes on the sides of the throat and neck (which you can usually feel if you apply pressure to this area)
• redness surrounding the tonsils and throat
• fever or chills
• white or yellow coating on the tonsils
• painful blisters or ulcers on the throat
• changes in the ability to talk, loss of voice
• headaches
• loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting
• pain in the ears and neck
• bad breath
Home Remedies for Tonsillitis
Take rest
Stress leads to a weaker immunity. If you have already caught the tonsillitis virus, you need to avoid stress as much as you can. Sleep a lot because this speeds up healing and also boosts immunity. Skip your daily exercise routine for a couple of days. This will help you keep your energies intact for healing. Avoid any other stressful condition to get rid of tonsillitis faster.
Gargle with Warm Salt Water
This is the most common and one of the very effective home remedies for sore throat that you get from tonsillitis. Warm water flushes your throat and helps in loosening up the phlegm if any so that it can get cleared from the area and you get relief from pain and inflammation. Salt also helps you a lot when it comes to fight off bacteria and virus. It promotes osmosis which simply means that all moisture either in bacteria or in the swollen tissue will be drawn out so that you get rid of tonsillitis symptoms.
Lemon Juice
Consuming lemon juice may help boost the immune system and help with any symptoms associated with tonsillitis. Fresh lemon juice is best, just drink as much as one feels comfortable.
Honey
It is one of the quickest and easiest home remedy to try for treating tonsillitis. Take a glass of warm water and add 4 teaspoons of honey, a quarter teaspoon of salt, and fresh lime juice in it. Drink this mix at least 2-3 times a day for effective results.
Pepper and Turmeric
This is yet another efficacious cure for tonsillitis. Take a glass of boiled milk and add a pinch of turmeric powder and black pepper powder to it. Stir well and drink it up before you sleep.
Ginger
Get the juice of ginger and add it to warm water. You can also add a teaspoon of honey to it for quick results. Gargle with it two times a day, to get instant relief.
Alternatively, add some ginger to your tea for a soothing effect.
Onion
Extract juice from an onion and add it to a glass of lukewarm water. Gargle with it to get rid of tonsillitis.
Milk
In a glass of warm milk, add a teaspoon of turmeric. Stir well and drink it two times a day. It will cure the pain associated with tonsillitis.
Hot Fluids
Hot fluids like chicken soup provides relief from the pain resulted due to tonsillitis.
Mustard Powder
Add some mustard powder in warm water. Use this mixture for gargling.
Garlic
Crush some garlic cloves and make a paste. Slightly warm it in the microwave. Add honey to it. Apply it externally with the help of a cotton ball on the inflamed tonsil area.
Ice
Many of you must be wondering that how can ice treat the problem. But, icing can cure your problem effectually. Take a few ice cubes and wrap them in a cloth. Gently apply it on tonsillitis as a cold press for 10-15 minutes. Do it at least 4 times a day for effective results.
Herbal Remedies to Cure Tonsillitis
Chamomile
Chamomile is an excellent herbal remedy for tonsillitis. Steep some chamomile leaves in the boiling water. After 5-7 minutes, strain it. Add honey and lemon to it. Drink it warm.
Mint
Prepare mint tea by adding fresh mint leaves in the boiling water. Steep it for a few minutes. Strain and drink it.
Basil
Crush some holy basil leaves and add them to warm milk. Also, add some honey to it. Drink it at least once daily.
Do’s
• Always cover your mouth while sneezing or coughing and make your children adopt the same habit.
• Always carry a hand sanitizer and use it when there is no water available to wash your hands.
• Keep your house clean and dirt free.
Don’ts
• Don’t make close contact with people who are sick or having tonsillitis.
• Do not smoke.
• Avoid sharing glasses, utensils and other personal things like bathing towels, handkerchief, etc.
• Do not consume too much carbonated drinks like coffee or tea.
• Refrain from spicy and sour foods.
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