When winter arrives, many people experience a dry, itchy, and sore throat, and some may have persistent coughs. Over time, the throat becomes dry, painful, and very fragile and sensitive. In fact, these symptoms are caused by the dryness of winter itself and the sudden invasion of cold into the body.
Pear
The most widely known food for soothing the throat. The flesh of the pear has the effects of promoting saliva secretion, moistening dryness, clearing heat, and resolving phlegm. It is applicable to febrile diseases, injury to body fluids with thirst and irritability, hot cough, phlegm-heat with mania, dysphagia, thirst and loss of voice, red and swollen eyes, and indigestion. The pear peel has the effects of clearing the heart, moistening the lungs, reducing fire, promoting saliva secretion, nourishing the kidneys, and replenishing yin.
Goji Berry
Goji berries can be cooked into a congee by simmering them gently with rice, and one bowl can be taken daily. It has the effect of nourishing yin and moistening the throat, and is suitable for those with chronic laryngitis and a dry throat.
Snow Fungus
Snow fungus, also known as white fungus, has certain medicinal value and is considered one of the "mountain treasures." It has the effects of promoting saliva secretion, moistening the lungs, clearing heat, relieving cough, nourishing the brain, and refreshing the mind. As a nutritional tonic, it is suitable for the elderly, weak, women, children, and patients with a weak constitution, and is often used as an adjuvant treatment for chronic bronchitis in the elderly.
Momonordica Fruit
A valuable medicinal herb, it is cool in nature and sweet in taste, with the function of clearing the lungs and moistening the intestines. It is mainly used for whooping cough, phlegm-fire cough, and blood-dryness constipation; it has a good therapeutic effect on acute bronchitis, acute tonsillitis, throat fire, and acute gastritis. Its root can be pounded and applied to the affected area to treat stubborn ringworm, carbuncles, sores, and boils; a small amount of Momonordica fruit steeped in boiling water is an excellent cooling drink that can refresh the mind and promote saliva secretion, as well as prevent respiratory infections. Taking it year-round can prolong life.
Warm Water
The dryness of winter requires a lot of hydration. Some people prefer to drink beverages like coffee and yogurt, thinking they are more flavorful than plain water. However, these drinks may contain irritating ingredients or excessive sugar, which can easily irritate the throat. The most suitable drink should be warm water, or a simple cup of clear tea.
Honey
Honey is a natural food with a sweet taste. The monosaccharides it contains can be absorbed by the body without digestion. Honey is very moisturizing and has a lubricating and protective effect on the throat and intestines. It is especially suitable for the elderly, hence it is called "the milk of the elderly."
Lily Bulb
In addition to containing nutrients such as starch, protein, fat, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamins B1, B2, C, and carotene, it also contains some special alkaloid nutrients. These components act on the body, not only providing a good tonic effect but also being of great help to patients with weakness, chronic bronchitis, tuberculosis, and neurosis.