Sore Throat Remedies: Foods & Drinks to Avoid

Avoid the following:

- Alcohol: Alcohol can dehydrate you and irritate your throat.

- Caffeine: Caffeine can also dehydrate you and worsen your sore throat.

- Spicy foods: Spicy foods can irritate your throat and make your symptoms worse.

- Citrus fruits: Citrus fruits can also irritate your throat.

- Dairy products: Dairy products can thicken your mucus and make your sore throat feel worse.

- Hard candies: Hard candies can scratch your throat and irritate it further.

- Smoke: Smoke from cigarettes, cigars, or other sources can irritate your throat and worsen your sore throat.