Soothing Sucks: The 8 Best Throat Lozenges for Flu Season
* From traditional standbys to tasty new options
* New flavors, new formulas
* Organic options
Think all throat lozenges are alike? Think again. Different flavors and different ingredients mean you need to find the right lozenge for your specific ailment, especially with winter coming up. Here are eight we recommend.
1. Ludens Throat Drops, Wild Cherry, 90 Count
Ludens Throat Drops have been around for ages. That’s because they temporarily relieve your sore throat and mouth while providing a tasty cherry flavor. And it’s hard to beat 90 lozenges for just over $4.
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2. Himalaya Herbal Healthcare Koflet
The Himalaya Herbal Healthcare Koflet for Bronchial Comfort offers a delicious, grown-up taste for grown-up people while helping to maintain watery bronchial secretions. In English, that means it keeps your throat properly moisturized to help defend against common allergens.
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3. Pine Bros Licorice Throat Drops, 32 Count Bag
Pine Bros Licorice Throat Drops are ranked #1 for superior Throat Coating Action in independent clinical testing. And they beat the leading competitors by a margin of 5 to 1. They have a soft texture, delicious natural flavor and are naturally colored.
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4. Comvita Manuka Honey Lozenges
Comvita Manuka Honey Lozenges with Propolis combine the unique soothing qualities of UMF Manuka Honey with the power of Propolis. New Zealand Manuka has long been valued for its health-maintaining effects. See if its unique properties can help keep your throat happy.
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5. Wedderspoon Organic Manuka Honey Drops, Ginger
If you prefer pure ingredients, check out Wedderspoon Organic Manuka Honey Drops. They use only raw, unpasteurized and non-GMO Project Verified Manuka Honey. And, you’ll love their smooth, creamy texture and yummy ginger flavor.
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6. HALLS Sugar-Free Cough Drops, Honey Lemon, 180 Count
HALLS Sugar-Free Cough Drops are to lozenges what Budweiser is to beer. They’re ubiquitous because they have a long, proven track record of taking care of business. These lozenges quickly relieve sore, scratchy throats caused by colds and allergies while opening up nasal passages for easy breathing.
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7. Original All Natural Silver Lozenges
If you don’t care for the typical, menthol cough drop flavor, try Original All Natural Silver Lozenges. They have a soothing honey with lemon flavor that tastes great. Plus they feature a teaspoon of 30ppm silver solution to help support your immune system.
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8. Ricola Sugar Free Lemon Mint Drops, 210 Count
Ricola Sugar Free Lemon Mint Drops offer cool, crisp and refreshing relief from sore throats. Plus they help reduce occasional minor irritation and pain. With no sugar, you can take as many as you like without worrying about calories.
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