HisJewel (New York) on 01/28/2024:
Greetings gb,
Some of these sore throats infections come on rather quickly as during COVID. For me, It only takes minutes for the iodine painting to chase a sore throat once applied to that area.
If the iodine painting does not work in minutes, I run for the garlic. It is often a sure hit. A couple of chews on one clove of garlic, or at least a few chops with the knife, and down the hatch.
I always have a nice cold glass of water ready to keep it moving in the right path. Sometimes I simply make the lemon garlic tea that people often talk about on EarthClinic. So if the iodine is slow, toss in the garlic.
HisJewel
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Annavas (Missouri) on 11/17/2023:
Iodine Painting
My daughter had a sore throat for two nights, so I painted her throat - she thought I was crazy, but then had instant relief! We left it on all night while she slept and she woke up perfect! My throat started getting a little irritated feeling the next night so I did the same, it's better, certainly not worse - probably could have painted certain areas a little more so I will try again tonight. Thank you!
Brenda (Toronto, Ontario) on 11/23/2012:
Iodine paintingworks for sore throat. Please note that iodine can be dangerous to those who have Hashimoto's disease. If you are hypothyroid, best to check with your doctor first.
Dottie (South Georgi) on 06/05/2009:
iodine for sore throat: I use iodine at the first sign of a sore throat. Works every time. Rub the iodine on your neck around the areas that it hurts inside.( I get a lot of only hurts on one side sore throats) Also the veins on the inside of your wrists........ these are closest to the skin surface, rub some on them as well...
Lauren (San Diego, CA) on 05/06/2008:
Iodine to cure sore throat- It didn't work for me! I was so surprised and a little skeptical because so many were saying all you do is rub some iodine on your wrists and neck. I've had a sore throat for 4 days now and I tried it in desperation, but nothing happened. I have a big presentation tomorrow and all I have to show for my herbal remedy to cure my excurciatingly sore throat are yellow neck and wrists! Maybe I did it wrong, but gargling 1 tsp of the Apple Cider Vinegar in a glass of warm water worked better for me!!
Nancy (Austin, TX) on 04/02/2008:
Swab throat with iodine---never fails to kill a sore throat, so just'the "sniffles" are left.
Chris (Battle Creek, MI) on 01/31/2008:
For almost 3 days my daughter was complained of her throat feeling like she was swallowing knives. Nothing would take it away. After having tried the egg whites for her fever and it working I came back to this site and sure enough - a remedy for a sore throat...IODINE! I put some on her wrists and on the sides of her throat. It took a little bit - like hours, but her sore throat went away and has not returned since! It has been almost a week now! Thanks again for the wonderful remedies!!
John (Panama City, FL) on 01/20/2008:
Iodine for Sore Throats/Ear Aches. I'm trying this for the very first time. Let me add this word of caution: KEEP TOWELS HANDY! Wherever you normally sit - say, a couch or favorite easy chair - place towels where your wrists and hands would normally rest. This is especially important if, like me, you sweat profusely even when still. I also suggest wearing clothing that you won't mind possibly getting stained, as the iodine WILL get all over.
Igor (Toronto, Canada) on 04/28/2007:
WOOOW, Iodine actually works, what I did was put Iodine all over my neck and then put a teaspoon of honey into my mouth, after an hour of doing this my throat sore was GONE. I am truly amazed for the people that have put up, to use Iodine, it really helped me THANK YOU!
Renee (Houston, TX) on 05/14/2006:
Iodine cured my swollen saliva/throat glands. After 2 horrible nights of restless sleep. i found this website in searching for a cure (non-prescription) Iodine was suggested. So about noon today, painted the wrists and throat areas. I found Iodine at a local drug store. It was under $2. I took a one hour nap and already felt better. The prior two days, it hurt to swallow, it was horrible to eat or drink, burning sensation during both. I ate watermelon and when i would drink i would drink as fast as possible. by 2 pm i was at a soup and salads (buffet restaurant) enjoying soup, more fruit, drinking. it pretty much took care of my sore throat and swollen glands. i read here that it takes care of skin tags. i placed iodine on the 3 i have and hopefully they will be gone. i will report back as to whether or not it works, but as far as the initial success and how great i feel, i have a positive outlook.
