Throat Infection Not Healing – What Can Ayurveda Do? - #16569

Your persistent throat infection, white spots on the tonsils, and recurring issues suggest a Pitta-Kapha imbalance with Ama (toxins) accumulation, weakening your immune system. Antibiotics often suppress symptoms but don’t address the root cause, which is why the infection keeps returning. Ayurveda focuses on reducing inflammation, clearing mucus, strengthening immunity, and restoring digestive fire (Agni) to prevent future infections. Since your throat still feels swollen, start with Gandusha (oil pulling with warm sesame oil) in the morning and frequent gargling with warm salt water, turmeric, and Triphala powder to reduce inflammation and kill bacteria naturally. Drinking licorice tea (Yashtimadhu) with honey soothes the throat and promotes healing. To break the cycle of infections, detoxifying your system is key. The thick mucus coating on your tongue indicates Ama buildup, which weakens digestion and immunity. Avoid cold, heavy, and dairy-based foods, as they increase Kapha and worsen mucus formation. Instead, eat light, warm, and easily digestible foods like mung dal soup, warm vegetable broths, and ginger-infused herbal teas. Adding black pepper, turmeric, and honey to warm water can help clear the throat and reduce phlegm. Chyawanprash (1 tsp daily with warm water) is excellent for strengthening immunity and preventing recurrent infections. Taking Sitopaladi churna mixed with honey (½ tsp twice a day) helps break down mucus and soothes the throat. Since low energy and mild fevers indicate weakened Ojas (vital immunity), focus on restoring strength through proper sleep, stress reduction, and daily pranayama (deep breathing exercises like Anulom-Vilom). Steam inhalation with eucalyptus or ajwain can open the respiratory passages. Long-term, avoid ice-cold drinks, processed foods, and excess sugar, as they contribute to recurrent throat infections. Ayurveda provides a lasting solution by treating the root cause—if you follow these remedies, your throat should heal naturally without further antibiotic use. Would you like to start with Sitopaladi churna and herbal gargles first? Let me know how you feel!