For a persistent sore throat, Ayurveda definitely holds some precious solutions. Since your throat feels dry and scratchy, we might be looking at a Vata imbalance, especially if it worsens in the mornings. Your morning rituals could include a warm sesame oil gargle, known as Gandusha. Just take a tablespoon, warm it, and gargle for a couple of minutes - spit it out though, don’t ingest.
Mulethi (licorice) is excellent for this kind of dryness. You can prepare a Mulethi tea by boiling a teaspoon of the root in water, let it simmer for 10 minutes, strain it and then drink once cool. As for tulsi, a tea made from these leaves may help soothe the throat and calm the cough. Boil about half a handful of tulsi leaves, letting it infuse for 5-7 minutes, strain, and sip!
Now, about that cough, try Yashtimadhu blended with honey. Yashtimadhu is basically licorice, widely used in Ayurveda for respiratory comfort. Mix a pinch of Yashtimadhu powder with a teaspoon of honey and have it twice daily. Make sure not to overdo Yashtimadhu though, as it can raise blood pressure.
Diet’s a player too. Avoid cold, heavy, or excessively fried foods that could further irritate your throat. Warm liquids, soft foods, and avoiding curd or dairy in the evenings would be beneficial. A simple kitchari, perhaps, which is easy on digestion.
With consistent use, you should notice improvement in a few days, but everyone’s different. If things don’t get better within, say, a week, consider consulting with a healthcare professional, but pretty sure this should help. Most importantly, stay hydrated—keep sipping that warm honey ginger water!
Above all, listen to your body and rest when you can. Be gentle with yourself and your voice, and ideally limit spicy foods too, they can aggravate the condition. Hope this brings you some relief soon!
