Nutrition Girl (Uk) on 11/14/2018
ACV, cayenne, honey helps with swollen throat and lost voice
I woke in the night with a swollen throat, mucus, and had lost my voice. Today I have used 2 tbsps ACV, 3/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp manuka honey (240 MGO) and a dash of salt in a small tumbler of warm water. It’s disgusting and burns my throat however I’ve had almost immediate relief from the pain, and swallowing is easier.
I have sipped then gargled the mixture and will do this again at bedtime.
I’m a huge fan of Earthclinic - your remedies have really helped me in the past. I’m a qualified nutritional therapist, and feel modern medicine has lost its way. I have almost no faith in GPs, it’s all about prescriptions and money, pushing medicine that doesn’t work in instances like these. Earthclinic is a great forum for remedy sharing.
i will continue with this particular remedy and update on its efficacy in a few days.
Horseradish For Laryngitis Yorkshire Pudding (Helena, Mt) on 03/22/2018
I am suggesting EC readers try horseradish for treating laryngitis. I remembered it being suggested years ago, and I noticed it wasn't on the list of remedies yet. I'm using as pure of horseradish as I can find, without all the mayo and salad dressings, etc.. I am taking "Bubbies" Prepared Horseradish. Ingredients: horseradish, water, white vinegar, pure cane sugar, salt, mustard oil. I believe it is helping. It is fairly hot, but not crazy hot...so good luck, and soon you will be talking again!
Hydrogen Peroxide for Laryngitis Mary Jean (Omaha) on 01/02/2018
I inhaled a few mist sprays hydrogen peroxide for my bad sore throat and laryngitis and it got better a few hours later. I used 3% food grade.
Hydrogen Peroxide Gargle Immediately Helped Laryngitis Yakub (Leicestershire) on 12/13/2017
My son woke up with difficulty breathing, no voice and pain in the throat. Called emergency and was told to wait for the clinic to open( which was in an hour). Gave him 2% hydrogen peroxide to gargle and instantly 70% of his voice came back and some mucous was dislodged. And he feels better instantly though his slight cough is still there.
Apple Cider Vinegar, Cayenne for Laryngitis Hardworker (La) on 08/29/2017
This works! I have been suffering with PND for 3 weeks following a respiratory tract infection. I woke up this morning completely hoarse. One cup of warm water, 3-5 tablespoons of ACV, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne, and a little honey was all it took to clear out the mucus that has been clinging to my vocal chords. I am 60-70% better. I will do the gargle concoction again tonight to eliminate it completely. Unfortunately, my son just got sick and is suffering as well. Do you think this is a safe remedy for kids?
Apple Cider Vinegar Gargle Cured Hoarseness Fast! Pamelak. (Coxsackie, Ny) on 02/23/2017
I felt terrible for two days...on the second day I woke up and I was hoarse. I gargled with unfiltered apple cider vinegar and kept it in my mouth as long as I could stand it, then I gagged and spit it out! I said outloud" man, that taste was terrible! " but I then realized my hoarseness was gone and felt much better-especially after brushing my teeth. It is great for sore throats also.
Hydrogen Peroxide for Laryngitis Denise (Hickory, Nc) on 07/25/2014
Girl, the H2O2 worked immediately on my throat and cured laryngitis!! Thank you!
Re: Lingering Laryngitis Serach (Jerusalem) on 05/17/2014
Hi, I have laryngitis. I got bronchitis a week or so ago and almost completely lost my voice. gargled with salt water, Apple Cider Vinegar lemon honey cayenne etc and it helped. But my voice is still weak. There is no green mucus and I dont cough a lot, but when I do it is dry and somewhat hacking. I have had this for a long time. I don't have asthma thank goddess, however my breathing is shallow and constricted and the air quality in apt. is not good despite air filter. Any ideas?
I would reccomend the remedies on this site for bronchitis and laryngitis as I tried most of them and the next day I was able to talk. However it is still lingering. Any thoughts? thanks serach
Raw Lemon and Salt for Laryngitis Anon (Iberia, Missouri) on 12/18/2012
Here's something Ive done to get my voice back in a few hrs. For 1 day, eat a raw lemon w/ salt. After about 2 lemons & salt you'll have your voice back.
I take care of 7 kids & losing my voice happens a lot & this has always helped. If you don't like lemons, eat a spoonful of all natural honey after eating the lemon.
Apple Cider Vinegar, Cayenne Victoria (Mosta, Malta, Eu) on 12/13/2012
I tried acv and cayenne in a glass of water and am already feeling tons better and my voice sounds better too... It is true it removes mucus.... I couldn't believe how effective it is!!
Raj (Hyderabad, Andhrapradesh; India) on 11/15/2012
I have gone thru the remedies for the laryngeal problems, the best home remedy with ginger is ( what I do ) peel and slice the fresh ginger and add a dash of salt and fresh lemon juice untill the pieces immerse keep in the fridge and take 1 or 2 pieces every day morning after brushing and before breaking the day with coffee. when you find gud result stop and continue if you require. a senior citizen
Ssladyss (Los Angeles, California) on 11/06/2012
I became very hoarse Saturday and then lost my voice Sunday. Went to the doctor on Monday and said it was Laryngitis and there was nothing she can do. It is Tuesday (election night) and I just gargled with 1 cup of hot tap water, 5 TBS of ACV, 1/2 TSP of Cayenne Pepper and 1/2 TSP of honey. It is gross- but I powered through it. Almost right away, slimy stuff started to come out with the gargle, that I did not even knew I had. Half-way through I heard my voice with very little effort. My voice is not back, but I can make noises with my laryx with little effort that I could not before. I am trying this again tomorrow morning (again, it is a gross mixture) but I think it is working.
Kimbee (Mount Airy, Nc, Usa) on 11/03/2012
Last week I had a sinus infection which led to laryngitis. Sinus infections are always miserable, and it was even worse because I couldnt even speak and I had an audition (singing) just a few days ago. Determined to be well by the time my audition rolled around, I drank a few glasses of hot tea a day (typically Earl Grey) with lemon, honey, and cinnamon- this was mostly for temporary relief of congestion. Between the tea I would drink water or some juice with vitamin C. And of course I also had a little ACV every morning. These things combined with rest, lots of coughing, and saying out loud "This is making me feel better" after every glass got my voice back (and my head clear) in 3 days, just in time for my audition. [I did even better than I thought, in case you were wondering ;)]. ACV and a positive attitude will do right by you every time.
Julie (Geelong, Victoria, Australia) on 06/11/2012
I used red wine vinegar 4 tbsp & tabasco sauce half tsp & 1 tbsp honey - all in 1 cup warm water as thats all I had in pantry. Gargled small amounts then spat out - kept doing til got through whole mixture. Noticed I could speak whole sentences minutes after but voice still raspy occassionally. Definite immediate improvement & feels clearer. Cant wait to see results 2moro as Im supposed to be teaching for 7 hrs! Wish me luck!!!! ;)
Joan (Cottonwood, Arizona) on 05/08/2012
I have had laryngitis for over a month and have been trying a mixture from my Nathuropathic doctor. I had bronchitis last December (hadn't had that for twenty years) and pneumonia in April. I have had allergy issues most of my life. I am now infection free, but the laryngitis has been on going.
I had been gargling with hot salt water daily with a little success. I went hunting today and found this suggestion, so made myself a gargle with 3 tbsp. Of ACV, 1/4 tsp. Cayenne, 1 tbsp. Honey in a cup of hot water. I am finally having some voice, so will continue to use this remedy. I am off from work for two days, so am feeling this will be the cure I need.... that and not having to talk for two days! Thanks so much.
Cali (Columbia, Maryland) on 04/07/2012
Oh my gosh. It's 3am and I was desperate for relief from sore throat, coughing, laryngitis. Found this page. Thought what the heck I'll try anything at this point. Did not have cayenne pepper so used chipotle peppers. 1/2 c. Acv, 1/2 tbsp honey, less than 1/8 tsp chipotle pepper, 1/2 c. Hot tap water. Mixed thoroughly and gargled it all. Effect was immediate. Actually didn't taste that bad either although with this full blown sinus infection I can't taste much. Mouth was burning a little but I didn't care and it didn't last.
Whoever thought this up is both insane and a genius. How often do I do it though? Thank you!!
Ryan (Modesto, Ca) on 02/16/2012
I just tried the apple cider vinegar and cayenne pepper sauce concoction and it seems to be breaking up the mucus or whatever causes the lump in the throat. I think this will help with continued use..... It kind of opens up the sinuses too. I've been using a nasal irrigator as well and that may be helping too.
Raw Ginger Slices for Laryngitis Slivelife6969 (East Brunswick, New Jersey) on 02/04/2012
Hey guys I'm a singer and I can't afford to lose my voice and from time to time I have issuses that will cause me to lose my voice or get horse so I eat thin slices of raw ginger .
It's spicy but your voice will come back very quick it brings down swelling and if you can't stand to eat it, make a tea from fresh ginger root.
