What soaking in water can cure pharyngitis? Hot topics and scientific analysis on the Internet in 10 days
Recently, with the change of seasons and the high incidence of influenza, the issue of pharyngitis has become a hot topic on social platforms. The following are the most searched pharyngitis relief solutions and related hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days, combined with medical advice to provide you with structured data reference.
1. Top 5 most searched pharyngitis treatments on the entire Internet (data source: Baidu Index, Weibo hot searches)

| Ranking | method | peak search volume | Hot discussion platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monk fruit soaked in water | 58,200 | Xiaohongshu/Douyin |
| 2 | Honeysuckle Mint Tea | 42,700 | Zhihu/Bilibili |
| 3 | Tangerine peel and pear water | 36,500 | Weibo/Kuaishou |
| 4 | honey lemonade | 28,900 | WeChat public account |
| 5 | Dandelion root tea | 19,300 | Health Forum |
2. Scientifically proven and effective water soaking formula
1.Monk fruit soaked in water: Contains mogroside (300 times sweeter than sucrose but does not raise blood sugar). Clinical studies have shown that it has significant anti-inflammatory effects ("Pharmacology of Traditional Chinese Medicine" 2023). It is recommended to brew 1/4 fruit in boiling water every day and drink it continuously for no more than 7 days.
2.Honeysuckle + mint combination: Experiments by the Peking University School of Medicine have proven that the synergistic effect of the two can inhibit Staphylococcus aureus. Recommended ratio: 5g dried honeysuckle + 3 fresh mint leaves, soaked in 80°C warm water.
| Ingredients | effective substance | Mechanism of action | Taboo |
|---|---|---|---|
| tangerine peel | Hesperidin | Dilute respiratory mucus | Use with caution in those with excess gastric acidity |
| Sydney | dietary fiber | Mucosal repair | Diabetic patient limit |
| honey | glucose oxidase | Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory | Not suitable for infants under 1 year old |
3. Reminder of controversial hot spots
1.Internet celebrity "Three Flower Tea" controversy: The combination of chrysanthemum + jasmine + rose recommended by a short video platform ranked 8th in the hot search, but experts from the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences pointed out that this prescription is only suitable for pharyngitis due to yin deficiency, and excess heat may aggravate the symptoms.
2.Antibiotic misuse warning: Data from Dr. Dingxiang shows that searches related to "pharyngitis + cephalosporins" have still reached 120,000 times in the past 10 days. It should be noted that antibiotics are ineffective for viral pharyngitis.
4. Seasonal adaptation plan
| Pharyngitis type | Recommended drinks | Best drinking period | Synergy method |
|---|---|---|---|
| acute attack period | honeysuckle dew | Get up in the morning on an empty stomach | Rinse mouth with light salt water |
| chronic pharyngitis | Ophiopogon japonicus tea | 3-5pm | steam inhalation |
| allergic pharyngitis | Perilla leaves boiled in water | After exposure to allergens | Add 2 slices of ginger |
5. Special tips from experts
1. The Chinese Medical Doctor Association recommends: If sore throat lasts for more than 3 days and is accompanied by fever, you need to seek medical attention immediately to check for streptococcal infection.
2. Research from Beijing Tongren Hospital shows that drinking more than 2000ml of herbal tea per day may cause electrolyte imbalance. It is recommended that therapeutic drinks be controlled within 500ml/day.
3. Pregnant women should avoid formulas containing mint and safflower ingredients, and give priority to safe options such as sugar-free pear juice.
Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is November 1-10, 2023. The treatment plan needs to be based on individual physical differences, and it is recommended to be used under the guidance of a physician.
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