7 tips to prevent a sore throat

If you want to avoid a sore throat getting in the way of your day, you should try to take a few precautions. Here are some useful tips:

• Avoid sudden changes in temperature .
• Protect your throat on cold days and against drafts.
• Avoid close contact with people with a sore throat or flu.
• Keep the house temperature between 18 and 20 degrees and humidify the rooms.
• Avoid cigarette smoke, including passive smoke, but also smog and dust.
• Avoid environments with particularly dry or humid air .
• Hydrate regularly with water, juice and lukewarm herbal teas to reduce irritation of the upper airways.