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Foods and Drinks to Avoid
Certain foods tend to aggravate sore throat symptoms.
Should You Avoid Dairy?
These generally include foods that are soft, warm, or cool.
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Other Home Remedies for Sore Throats
There are many ways totreat sore throats at home.
Choose soft, cool, or warm foods that can be soothing when you swallow.
Sticking to soups, broths, popsicles, and other soft foods can help.
A humidifier in your bedroom and a glass of water nearby might help for overnight throat dryness.
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