Khaberni - Waking up with a sore throat or dryness may be a sign of nighttime exposure to air pollution. Dust, smoke, and air pollution irritate the lining of the throat, but some simple home remedies can alleviate discomfort and naturally protect the respiratory tract.
According to "India Today", air pollution irritates the throat lining at night, especially when windows are open or the air inside the home is dry, which is increasingly common in cities with poor air quality.
Pollutants, dust, and allergens cause inflammation in the respiratory tract, leading to throat discomfort in the morning.
However, the good news is that some simple home remedies can relieve pain and help protect the throat from daily exposure to pollution.
1. Gargling with warm salt water
Gargling with warm salt water helps reduce swelling, soften mucus, and expel irritants lodged in the throat.
2. Honey with warm water
Honey coats the throat and has natural anti-inflammatory properties. Drinking honey mixed with warm water or herbal tea relieves irritation.
3. Ginger tea
Ginger helps reduce throat inflammation and boost immunity. A warm cup of ginger tea in the morning can be a great soother for a sore throat.
4. Turmeric milk
Turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Drinking warm turmeric milk before bedtime or in the morning soothes throat irritation.
5. Inhaling steam
Inhaling steam moisturizes dry respiratory passages and helps remove pollutants and mucus from the throat and nose.
6. Using a humidifier
Dry indoor air exacerbates throat irritation. Using a humidifier at night helps maintain air moisture and reduce discomfort in the morning.
7. Avoid smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke
Smoke increases irritation of the sensitive throat and should be avoided altogether.
8. Nasal wash
A saline nasal wash may help remove pollutants from the nasal passages, reducing throat irritation caused by post-nasal drip.
