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Traditional use

Raw honey

A coating demulcent that calms cough and soothes sore throat.

Save remedy Immediate soothing.

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Symptoms it's used for (3)

Cough
A reflex clearing of the airways, either dry and tickly or productive with phlegm.
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Mouth ulcers
Painful round sores inside the mouth that make eating and talking uncomfortable.
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Sore throat
Pain, scratchiness or irritation of the throat, usually worse when swallowing.
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Never give honey to infants under 12 months (botulism risk). Counts as sugar for diabetes management.

Educational only. Check with a clinician or pharmacist before starting anything new.