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Some otherwise healthy foods can actually irritate your throat when it's sore. Acidic, spicy, rough-textured, or dairy-heavy foods may worsen inflammation, increase mucus production, or scratch the throat lining, making discomfort worse.
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Citrus fruits like lemon and oranges are rich in vitamin C but highly acidic. They can sting and irritate an already sore throat.
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Packed with antioxidants but also acidic, tomatoes are can trigger throat burn and worsen discomfort.
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Spices may boost metabolism, but their heat can inflame throat tissues and make swallowing painful.
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Healthy for bones, but for some people dairy thickens mucus, making the throat feel more clogged. Warm herbal teas are a better choice.
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Though nutrient-rich, raw veggies are rough on the throat and hard to swallow. Lightly steaming them makes them soothing and easier to digest.
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Full of probiotics but high in salt and acidity, they can sting and dry out the throat lining. Mild soups or khichdi are gentler options.
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