What to drink for tonsillitis? Hot topics and scientific advice on the Internet in 10 days
Recently, with the change of seasons and the high incidence of influenza, tonsillitis has become one of the hotly discussed health topics on the Internet. This article combines the search data of the past 10 days (as of November 2023) to sort out scientific relief solutions and popular discussion content to help you quickly deal with tonsil discomfort.
1. Top 5 hot topics related to tonsillitis on the Internet

| Ranking | Topic keywords | Search volume trends | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tonsillitis diet therapy | up 48% | Xiaohongshu/Douyin |
| 2 | Recurrent tonsil inflammation in children | up 35% | Zhihu/mom.com |
| 3 | Self-help for suppurated tonsils | up 27% | Baidu Tieba |
| 4 | Tonsillectomy pros and cons | stable | Professional medical forum |
| 5 | Tonsil discomfort after COVID-19 | Add topic | Weibo super chat |
2. List of recommended drinks for tonsillitis
According to interviews with otolaryngologists in tertiary hospitals and records in the Chinese Pharmacopoeia, the following drinks can help relieve symptoms:
| Drink type | Specific recommendations | Mechanism of action | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese herbal tea | Honeysuckle dew, fat sea tea | Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory | ≤500ml per day |
| Fruit and vegetable juice | Sydney juice, sugar cane juice | Soothing throat and promoting fluid production | Drink at room temperature |
| Soup | Olive lean meat soup, lily and lotus seed soup | Nourishing yin and reducing fire | Remove floating oil |
| Special drinks | Light salt water, medical mouthwash | Sterilization and cleaning | Do not swallow |
3. Three hotly discussed issues recently
1."Does honey water really work?"The latest research from Peking Union Medical College Hospital shows that the antibacterial effect of honey is directly related to its concentration. It is recommended to use 10% concentration honey water (10g honey + 90ml warm water), no more than 2 cups a day.
2."Is internet celebrity anti-inflammatory tea safe?"The "Three Flower Tea" (chrysanthemum + honeysuckle + osmanthus) recommended by a short video platform has been proven to cause allergies, and those with allergies should be cautious.
3."Can iced drinks relieve pain?"Doctors remind: Although low temperature can temporarily numb pain, it can stimulate the lymphatic system and aggravate the condition. It is recommended to choose room temperature drinks.
4. List of dietary taboos
| Taboo categories | specific food | adverse consequences |
|---|---|---|
| stimulating drinks | Alcohol/carbonated drinks/coffee | Increased mucosal damage |
| acidic food | Lemon/Hawthorn/Yoghurt | Stimulate the wound |
| Crude fiber food | Celery/bamboo shoots | Painful swallowing |
5. Special reminder from experts
1. appearHigh fever that lasts for more than 3 days,swollen lymph nodes in neckordifficulty breathingImmediate medical attention is required.
2. The "garlic juice therapy" spread on the Internet may cause chemical burns to the mucous membranes, so do not try it.
3. It is recommended that pediatric patients be given priorityapple boiling waterWait for mild drinks and avoid using Chinese herbal medicines.
Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is from November 1 to 10, 2023, which is based on multi-platform data such as Baidu Index, Weibo Hot Search List, Douyin Health Topic List, etc. Please refer to a licensed physician for specific treatment plans.
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