DHAKA: Seasonal changes increase your susceptibility to throat infections. If you are one of the victims of a seasonal sore throat, here’s what you need – honey.

Honey is one of the most valued, traditional natural substances and is widely used for its therapeutic properties. Its effects on common colds, coughs and sore throats are truly magical, reports thehealthsite.com.

Natural honey contains more than 200 different substances that endow it with such medicinal properties. It is naturally bactericidal and possesses anti-inflammatory properties. Being viscous in nature, it coats the throat lining and prevents further irritation by allergens.

It soothes the nerve endings that trigger a cough. It has also been found to stimulate the immune responses against an infection, promoting recovery. 

Here’s a tip: Mix 5 ml of natural honey with 10 ml of lime juice. Do not add water to it. Drink the concoction every few hours if you’re suffering from a sore throat. Additionally, you can even add a pinch of black pepper to the concoction for increasing your blood circulation to the throat.

BDST: 2153 HRS, DEC 20, 2014