Drink plenty of water
Sip warm tea or broth
Gargle with warm salt water
Use steam inhalation
Try a humidifier
Cough gently to loosen mucus
Swallow instead of forcefully clearing your throat
Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke
Avoid dairy if it worsens mucus for you
Use saline nasal spray or rinse
Sleep with your head elevated
Use over-the-counter expectorants if appropriate
Avoid alcohol and dehydrating drinks
Limit very cold or very dry air exposure
Seek medical care if mucus is persistent, bloody, or accompanied by trouble breathing