
06/17/2025
It’s a habit that’s hard to break, or you might not even know you SHOULD!!!✋🏼🙅♂️
Every time you clear your throat, you’re creating a vicious cycle of irritation. The forceful action inflames your vocal cords, which then produces more mucus, which makes you want to clear your throat again. Sound familiar?
What most people don’t realize is that throat clearing isn’t solving the problem - it’s making it worse. Your vocal cords are delicate tissues that need gentle care, not repeated trauma.
Better alternatives that actually work:
➡️ Sip room temperature water
➡️ Do a gentle, deliberate swallow
➡️ Try the “silent H” technique (breathe in, hold, then swallow)
➡️ Address the underlying cause (allergies, reflux, post-nasal drip)
The key is breaking the cycle before it becomes an automatic habit. If you find yourself constantly clearing your throat, it’s time to investigate what’s really causing that irritation in the first place.