Drink warm liquids like tea, broth, or warm water with honey
Gargle with warm salt water
Stay well hydrated with water and clear fluids
Rest your voice and avoid shouting
Use lozenges or hard candy to keep the throat moist
Run a humidifier or breathe in steam
Avoid smoking, vaping, and secondhand smoke
Avoid very spicy, acidic, or irritating foods
Take over-the-counter pain relievers if safe for you
Suck on ice chips or eat cold foods like popsicles
Get plenty of rest
See a doctor if it is severe, lasts more than a week, or comes with trouble breathing, high fever, or trouble swallowing