How does honey and lemon cure a sore throat?

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       Honey and lemon can be drank warm as a comfort remedy when suffering from a sore throat or cold. The idea behind this is that the honey coats the throat and therefore any inflamed or sore areas will become 'protected' by a layer of honey. This means it will feel less painful when there areas come into contact with other surfaces like when you eat a meal or swollow. Lemon helps to settle the stomach as it contains acid. This can be particularly helpful when experiencing an upset stomach from the effects of a cold.